Real Estate Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles

WFRBLN09029 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

14,675,775.00

Year-over-Year Change

12.52%

Date Range

7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks real estate assets owned by upper-middle wealth percentiles. Provides critical insight into wealth distribution and property ownership patterns.

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

Measures real estate holdings for households between the 90th and 99th wealth percentiles. Reflects economic stratification and asset accumulation.

Methodology

Calculated using Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances data.

Historical Context

Used to analyze wealth concentration and economic inequality trends.

Key Facts

  • Represents upper-middle wealth property holdings
  • Reflects economic mobility indicators
  • Part of comprehensive wealth distribution analysis

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: Tracks real estate assets for households between 90th and 99th wealth percentiles. Provides insight into upper-middle class property ownership.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Typically updated every three years through the Survey of Consumer Finances.

Q: Why is this data important?

A: Helps economists understand wealth distribution and property market dynamics across different economic strata.

Q: How does this relate to overall economic inequality?

A: Offers a nuanced view of wealth concentration beyond simple top-level comparisons.

Q: Can this data predict real estate trends?

A: Provides valuable context for understanding property ownership patterns among upper-middle wealth groups.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Real Estate Held by the 90th to 99th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN09029), retrieved from FRED.