A new record has been set in the United States. More than 20 million single women now own homes.
According to Realtor.com, single female homeowners have outpaced growth in home purchases in recent years. The data show that unmarried women continue to enter the housing market in significant numbers. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, addressed the shift in a statement.
“A big portion of the increase in single-female homebuyers is older women who are likely separated, divorced, or widowed,” Hale explained. The record-breaking statistic challenges the long-standing stereotype that young, unmarried women are less financially stable or less likely to own property.
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Why More Single Women Are Buying Homes
Hale noted that many single female buyers are responsible not only for themselves but also for children or older dependents living with them.
That reality influences the type of homes they choose and the factors they prioritize.
Single female homeowners reportedly focus on:
- Safety
- Community
- Convenience
Rather than oversized properties, many lean toward townhomes, condos, or smaller single-family homes.
Affordability remains a key consideration. However, women are increasingly positioning themselves to compete in the housing market through higher education and stronger earning potential.
The median household income for single women has reportedly increased from $42,000 to $51,000.
Education has played a role in that shift. As more women graduate from college and enter higher-paying careers, their purchasing power increases.
Sacrifice and Strategy Behind the Record
Real estate agent Eva Angelina Romero shared insight into what she sees among her clients.
She said some single women are cutting expenses or even taking on second jobs to save for down payments.