Joplin, MO metro area Housing Market
Cool MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Joplin, MO metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$215K
↑ 7.5% YoY
Days on Market
41 days
↑ 7.9% YoY
Active Inventory
588
↑ 3.9% YoY
Homes Sold
232
↑ 40.6% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
Joplin, MO metro area Market Summary
The Joplin, MO metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $215K, up 7.5% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 41 days on the market, 7.9% longer than a year ago.
There are 588 homes for sale — 3.9% more than last year. With 2.5 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 287 new listings were added during this period, up 5.5% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 96.9% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 0.0% of homes sell above their asking price. 32.5% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
75
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Missouri Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 51% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Joplin, MO metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$239K
Price per Sq Ft
$140
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.9%
Months of Supply
2.5
Sold Above List
0.0%
Price Drops
32.5%
New Listings
287
↑ 5.5% YoY
Pending Sales
301
Off Market in 2 Weeks
38.2%
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