An unoccupied dwelling is a private dwelling where no one lives on Census night. Holiday homes, vacant rentals, and homes between owners all count.
The share of empty homes varies by area. Coastal and holiday towns tend to have more due to seasonal use. A high rate in other areas may point to weak demand.
Place Forecast shows unoccupied dwellings on the occupancy page next to occupied dwellings. The occupancy rate tracks the share of private dwellings in use over time.