Market Intelligence Report — KS-700

Hays, KS

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

Ref. No: 2026-KS-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$289K
+11.6% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.68
+12.3% YOY
Active Inventory
71
-16.5% YOY
Median DOM
59 Days
+25.5% YOY

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Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

71 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 40 per month.

Pricing Pressure
12.2%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -1.9% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

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

Absorption
0.68

Pending-to-active ratio — supply and demand dynamics are mixed.

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Hays, KS
CBSA Code
25700
State
KS
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Hays?+

    As of May 2026, the Hays metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.68 with median days on market at 59.

  • Are home prices dropping in Hays?+

    Median listing price is $289K, +11.6% year over year. 12.2% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Hays?+

    The typical listing sits 59 days on market, a +25.5% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 40 per month.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Hays 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.

Vintage: May 2026 · CBSA 25700 · 2mo history