New Metrics Highlight Opportunities for California Homeownership Growth

It’s eye-opening to see that, based on a revised measurement, only 41% of Californians are homeowners in 2025—over 10 points below the national average. This updated calculation, which looks at individual adults rather than households, highlights just how challenging it can be to achieve homeownership in our state. Texas and Florida have seen similar drops, pointing to high living costs as a barrier across the country. As someone who’s helped buyers and sellers in Redlands, Yucaipa, and throughout the Inland Empire since 2001, I understand how these numbers reflect the realities many folks face in our local markets. Staying informed about trends like this is essential for making confident real estate decisions in Southern California.