America's Home Buyers by Generation 🏠

What We're Showing

This visualization breaks down America’s home buyers in 2024 by generational age groups, using data from the National Association of Realtors.

It shows the percentage share of each group, from Gen Z at the youngest (18–25) to the Silent Generation at the oldest (79–99).

Key Takeaways

• The median age of home buyers rose from 49 years-old in 2023 to 56 in 2024.
• Baby Boomers make up the largest share of home buyers at 42%, with younger Boomers (60–69) having a larger share at 26%.