Nahb iconNahbSep 1, 2026

Large Metro Core Counties Drive Drop in Single-Family Market Share

Single-family construction remained soft across most geographic areas in the second quarter of 2026, as rising building material costs, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continued to weigh on the industry.

Large Metro Core Counties Drive Drop in Single-Family Market Share

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Single-family construction remained soft across most geographic areas in the second quarter of 2026, as rising building material costs, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continued to weigh on...

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Single-family construction remained soft across most geographic areas in the second quarter of 2026, as rising building material costs, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continued to weigh on the industry.

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