More than half of Gen Z renters are rent burdened in each of the country's 30 largest metros
58.6% of Gen Z renters nationwide are rent burdened, though 60.2% of Millennials experienced rent burden at the same ageIn more than half of the 30 largest U.S. metros, Millennials in 2012 were more likely to be rent burdened than Gen Z renters at the same age in 2022Over the past decade, rent burden for young adults has decreased the most in Austin and increased the most in HoustonSEATTLE, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly half of all U.S. renter households are burdened by rent costs, with Gen Z renters shouldering the heaviest load, a new analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey (ACS) by Zillow® and its New York City brand StreetEasy® shows. Across the country, three in five Gen Z renters (ages 18-25) spend more than 30% of income on housing expenses. In 21 of the country's 30 largest metros, that share is even higher. In San Diego, Los Angeles, and Sacramento, for example, nearly three-quarters of Gen Z renters are rent burdened.
The information provided here is not subject to any editorial processing. It is prepared fully automatically and enriched with additional information and further research options. The aim of the content is to provide information seekers with the relevant information quickly and easily. A link back to the information provider and owner ensures that the data prepared here can be compared with the source information if required. The newsboard does not show information in real time. Please contact the exchange operator for this information if required. There is no claim to completeness. High availability cannot be guaranteed. If you notice any errors in the functionality, please let us know using the "Report a Bug" form below.
RAW DATA PROCESSING means that raw data is processed without changing the content. The data is supplemented to improve the interpretation of the information in terms of usability.
Note: The newswire cross-link panel at the top allows you to quickly and easily access additional sources of information. In the terminal view, the news is filtered at company level and enables targeted searches.
On behalf of the trading community, we would like to thank the operators of the trading venues for providing information services.