CalculateRealEstateROI

Market Analysis

Job Growth

Annual change in nonfarm payroll employment for a metro.

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Plain-English explanation

Jobs precede population, rent, and prices. Diversified job growth is best.

Examples

  • Austin 3%+ payroll growth 2018–2022 supported rapid rent escalation.

Common mistakes

  • Buying single-employer towns (manufacturing, military, energy).

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