Housing Inventory Estimate: Seasonal Housing Units in the Midwest Census Region
ESEASONMWQ176N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
613.00
Year-over-Year Change
-9.32%
Date Range
4/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Housing Inventory Estimate: Seasonal Housing Units in the Midwest Census Region tracks the number of seasonal housing units in the Midwest region of the United States. This metric is important for understanding trends in vacation home ownership and regional economic activity.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This data series represents the estimated number of seasonal housing units, which include vacation homes and other dwellings not occupied year-round, located in the Midwest census region. It provides insight into patterns of recreational and leisure-related real estate investment in this part of the country.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau as part of its regular surveys on housing characteristics.
Historical Context
This trend is useful for policymakers, real estate analysts, and businesses focused on the Midwest vacation and tourism markets.
Key Facts
- The Midwest region includes 12 states, from Ohio to the Dakotas.
- Seasonal housing units make up around 10% of total housing in the Midwest.
- This data series has been tracked by the Census Bureau since the 1980s.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the number of seasonal housing units, such as vacation homes and other dwellings not occupied year-round, located in the Midwest census region of the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into patterns of recreational and leisure-related real estate investment in the Midwest, which is important for understanding regional economic activity and trends in the vacation home market.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau as part of its regular surveys on housing characteristics.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is useful for policymakers, real estate analysts, and businesses focused on the Midwest vacation and tourism markets, as it provides information on patterns of seasonal housing and recreational investment in the region.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the Census Bureau, but there may be some delays in availability due to the nature of survey-based data collection.
Related Trends
Rental Vacancy Rate in the Midwest Census Region
RRVRMWQ156N
Expenditures: Vehicle Rental, Leases, Licenses, and Other Charges by Region: Residence in the Midwest Census Region
CXUVEHRNTLCLB1103M
New Privately Owned Housing Starts by Number of Units in Building, 5 to 9 Units in the Midwest Census Region
HOUSTOB59UMMWQ
Expenditures: Alcoholic Beverages by Region: Residence in the Midwest Census Region
CXUALCBEVGLB1103M
Producer Price Index by Industry: Construction Sand and Gravel Mining: Construction Sand and Gravel for Midwest Census Region
PCU21232121232102
Expenditures: Household Furnishings and Equipment by Region: Residence in the Midwest Census Region
CXUHHFURNSHLB1103M
Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Housing Inventory Estimate: Seasonal Housing Units in the Midwest Census Region (ESEASONMWQ176N), retrieved from FRED.