Rent Burden (2006–2024)

Definition

Gross rent as a percentage of household income for renters.

Rent Burdened: 30% to 49.9% of household income spent on rent

Severely Rent Burdened: 50%+ of household income spent on rent

Data Source

United States Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year estimates); Table B25070.

Last Updated

2026-02