State-by-State Court Filings Comparison
Side-by-side metrics across Keystone Court Data's coverage states. Refreshed 2026-07-18.
Overview
| State | Filings tracked | Counties with data | Non-resident % | Unemployment | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1316 | 23 | 36.3% | 3.2% | View |
| Pennsylvania | 635 | 18 | 39.4% | 3.9% | View |
| New Jersey | 168 | 4 | 26.2% | 4.2% | View |
| North Carolina | 119 | 4 | 18.5% | 3.5% | View |
| South Carolina | 15 | 1 | 20.0% | 3.8% | — |
| Florida | 15 | 1 | 40.0% | 4.4% | — |
Source: Keystone Court Data (filings tracked since 2026); Bureau of Labor Statistics (state unemployment, latest available).
Filing type mix by state
| State | Pre-Foreclosure | Divorce | Probate | Pre-Probate | Foreclosure (Post-Filing) | Partition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 434 | 675 | 196 | 5 | — | — |
| Pennsylvania | 315 | 146 | 2 | 123 | — | 45 |
| New Jersey | 7 | 7 | — | 15 | 84 | — |
| North Carolina | 95 | 4 | 5 | 1 | — | 8 |
| South Carolina | 9 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 2 |
| Florida | 4 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 3 |
Cell values are filing counts. Mix variance reflects both real differences in state distress patterns and differences in our per-state pipeline coverage by filing type.
How to read this
- Filing counts grow as new cases hit the court docket each month. Numbers reflect tracked filings since 2026.
- Non-resident-owner percentage means owner mailing address differs from property address. Does not equal rental property; could be vacant inherited, second home, or transition property.
- Unemployment rate sourced from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (most recent state-level value).
- State-level reports linked above carry the per-state deep dive.
Cite: Keystone Court Data, "State-by-State Court Filings Comparison," 2026-07-18, https://keystonecourtdata.com/reports/state-comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have the most foreclosure filings?
Filing volumes vary by state based on foreclosure process type (judicial vs non-judicial), economic conditions, and housing market dynamics. States with judicial foreclosure processes (like Indiana, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania) have public court records that create investable leads.
What's the difference between judicial and non-judicial foreclosure states?
Judicial states require lenders to file a lawsuit in court, creating public records that investors can monitor. Non-judicial states allow foreclosure through a trustee sale without court involvement, making early detection harder.
Which states does Keystone Court Data cover?
Keystone currently covers Indiana, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania with daily court-direct leads. North Carolina and Connecticut are in development. Coverage is expanding to additional states.
How do filing timelines differ between states?
The time from filing to auction varies dramatically: New Jersey averages 2-3 years, Indiana 6-12 months, Pennsylvania 9-18 months. Longer timelines give investors more time to contact owners.