Change Indicator

Families with high housing-cost burden in Michigan

Families with high housing-cost burden

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Note: Non-consecutive years appear adjacent in the trend line
because one or more years have been deselected.

Why This Indicator Matters

Unaffordable housing costs take money away from other essentials and can lead to overcrowded living conditions, exploitation by landlords, frequent moves and residence in lower-quality housing with environmental hazards such as lead and energy inefficiency. This further stresses household budgets and impacts family health and safety.
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Definition and Source

PROVIDER

Definition

The five-year average number households spending 30% or more of their income on housing costs. The percentage is based on total households for that period.

Data Source

U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, Table B25106

Last Updated

March 2024