Zillow Research

University of Maryland

This study tests whether homeowners who experience declines in the value of their home are less likely to relocate for jobs. Using the Zip-code level Zillow Home Value Index and data from the Census Bureau, the analysis compares the migration response of owners vs. renters in the same metro area and time period.

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