Investor-grade market analytics for Lafayette-West Lafayette, Indiana. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$287,219
+2.9% year-over-year
6.0%
gross annual
+2.9%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+2.9% year-over-year
20/100
Very LowNet migration: Bottom 4% nationally
In-migrants avg $53,547 AGI vs out-migrants $55,094
Opportunity Zone Market
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Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN shows steady growth at 2.9% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.8x, below the national average of 4.8x. Net negative migration (-1,159 returns/year) is reducing housing demand pressure. Climate risk remains low (20/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.0% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN's primary climate exposure is wind storms (36/100). The composite climate risk score of 20/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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