Ohio saw the biggest decline in homeownership affordability, new report shows

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: October 16, 2026

Words: 674

Last Updated: 1 day, 19 hours ago

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Ohio had the steepest decline in homeownership affordability between 2020 to 2025, according to new reporting from the National Housing Conference.

The number of occupations able to afford a typically priced home with a 10% down payment fell nearly 41% across Ohio’s metropolitan areas from 2020 to 2025, according to the second annual Priced Out: When a Good Job Isn’t Enough report.

“This report shows that home ownership …

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