Millennials (25-34 years old) are buying in more affordable markets.
According to Realtor.com, the top market for millennials is Des Moines, IA. Other popular destinations, include New Orleans, Baton Rogue Lafayette and Shreveport, Louisiana, Madison, Wisconsin and Grand Rapids, MI.
http://www.realtor.com/news/trends/top-10-markets-for-millennials-seeking-mortgages/?is_wp_site=1