The average cost of a U.S. home situated in a highly rated school district is $580,000, which represents a 35% increase compared to the typical overall home price of $430,000, according to a recent report by Redfin.
To purchase a home in a highly rated school zone, a U.S. household would need to have an income of $159,157. This figure is approximately $41,000 higher than the $117,995 required for the typical overall home. While both amounts exceed the median U.S. income of $87,599, the disparity is more pronounced for those seeking to buy a home in a highly rated school zone.
Redfin’s analysis evaluates home sale prices in highly rated school zones (defined as those with a GreatSchools rating of 8-10 out of 10) in comparison to the average home price in the respective metropolitan area. In this context, a school zone pertains to the local public high school. The price data is based on Redfin’s analysis of sales that occurred between January and June 2026 across 81 U.S. metropolitan areas included in the report…