Housing Market Comparison 2026
$1.00M
$520K
$483K
Austin is more affordable than Los Angeles
That's a 48.1% difference
| Metric | Los Angeles | Austin |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price Lower price is better for buyers | $1.00M | $520K ✓ |
| Price Change (YoY) Higher = appreciation, Lower = value opportunity | -6.5% | +0.2% |
| Days on Market Faster = seller market, Slower = buyer opportunity | 65 days | 90 days |
| Active Inventory More inventory = more buyer options | 5,560 ✓ | 3,144 |
| Months of Supply <3 mo = seller market, >6 mo = buyer market | 3.5 | 4.1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio Below 100% = buyers getting discounts | 98.9% | 96.2% ✓ |
| Market Type | Balanced Market | Balanced Market |
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Deciding between Los Angeles, California and Austin, Texas? Both cities offer unique advantages for homebuyers. Los Angeles has a median home price of $1.00M while Austin comes in at $520K—a difference of $483K.
Los Angeles is currently a balanced market with 3.5 months of housing inventory. Homes typically sell in 65 days. Meanwhile, Austin is a balanced market with 4.1 months of inventory and a 90-day average time on market.
Both markets are competitive. Working with an experienced local agent can help you navigate either market successfully.
Connect with experienced local agents in both cities to get personalized market insights.