The Priciest ZIP Codes in the U.S.
A recent report by RealtyHop found that the priciest ZIP codes in the U.S. are coastal, wealthy enclaves or luxury vacation destinations, with homes typically costing over $4 million. According to the study, the median price for the most expensive ZIP code in each state is $1.55 million.
California took the top three spots, with Atherton, near Stanford University, coming in as the wealthiest ZIP code in the U.S., with a median home price of $7.75 million, driven by large estates owned by Silicon Valley executives, entertainers, and athletes like NBA star Stephen Curry. Other pricey real estate is also prominent in Miami Beach and the Hamptons, where homes often sell for millions.
Other states with high-end real estate include:
* Alaska, where Anchorage, Chugiak, and Eagle River are among the priciest ZIP codes
* Colorado, where Aspen, Snowmass, and Telluride are popular destinations for luxury homebuyers
* Florida, where Miami Beach, Boca Grande, and Anna Maria are among the most expensive areas
* Hawaii, where Kilauea, Honolulu, and Haleiwa are known for their high-end homes
* Illinois, where Kenilworth, Glencoe, and Winnetka are affluent communities
* Maryland, where Gibson Island, Bethesda, and Chevy Chase are high-end areas
* Massachusetts, where Prudential, Nantucket, and Weston are among the priciest ZIP codes
* Michigan, where Macatawa, Leland, and Lakeside are popular for luxury homes
* Minnesota, where Minneapolis, Wayzata, and Excelsior are known for their high-end real estate
Other states with lower median prices, such as Mississippi, have more affordable real estate options, with the median price for the most expensive ZIP code being $465,000.
