Market Intelligence Report — KS-380

Emporia, KS

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-KS-08
As of the latest 2026 data
Accelerated

Median Listing

$217K
+28.0% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.57
+7.1% YoY

Active Inventory

76
-16.5% YoY

Median DOM

56 Days
+0.0% YoY

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Emporia, KS is currently experiencing accelerated market conditions, primarily driven by strong demand absorption relative to available supply. The pending ratio stands at 0.57, indicating that nearly six out of ten active listings are moving into contract, contributing to a tight inventory environment.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Emporia market right now.

Inventory levels continue to contract, with active listings down 16.5% year-over-year and new listings experiencing a significant 36.4% year-over-year decline. Despite a month-over-month decrease of 3.4% in median listing price, the market has seen a substantial 28.0% increase year-over-year, alongside a modest 2.1% year-over-year rise in median price per square foot. The pending ratio has also increased 7.1% year-over-year, reflecting sustained demand.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$217K-3.4% MoM

Active Inventory

76-16.5% YoY

Days on Market

56+0.0% YoY

Sold Score™

72+7.1% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

72
Sep 23Aug 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Sep 23Aug 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Sep 23Apr 24Nov 24Jun 25Jan 26Aug 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The contracting inventory, evidenced by the 16.5% year-over-year decline in active listings, places upward pressure on the pace of transactions. With a pending ratio of 0.57, demand is efficiently absorbing available properties, suggesting that sellers are likely experiencing less pressure to concede on price. This environment generally favors more disciplined pricing from sellers and necessitates swift action from prospective buyers.

Luxury Segment

While the average listing price has increased by 14.9% year-over-year, outpacing the median listing price growth of 28.0% over the past year (despite a recent month-over-month decline), this disparity does not distinctly signal softness in the luxury segment. The median price per square foot remains relatively stable, rising 2.1% year-over-year.

Supply Dynamics

76 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 28 per month.

Pricing Pressure
25.8%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -1.0% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +2.1% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.57

Pending-to-active ratio — Accelerated.

Recommended For This Market

Accelerated

Selling in Emporia, KS? Inventory is down 16% from last year.

Emporia, KS is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
57%
Median Days on Market
56 days
Inventory YoY
−16%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Emporia, KS
CBSA Code
21380
State
KS

ZIPs in Emporia, KS

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Emporia?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Emporia metro is classified as Accelerated. Pending ratio is 0.57 with median days on market at 56.

  • Are home prices dropping in Emporia?+

    Median listing price is $217K, +28.0% year over year. 25.8% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Emporia?+

    The typical listing sits 56 days on market, a +0.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 28 per month.

  • What's happening in the Emporia luxury market?+

    While the average listing price has increased by 14.9% year-over-year, outpacing the median listing price growth of 28.0% over the past year (despite a recent month-over-month decline), this disparity does not distinctly signal softness in the luxury segment. The median price per square foot remains relatively stable, rising 2.1% year-over-year.

  • Where can I find a trusted Emporia real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Emporia agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 21380 · 36mo history