Young voters struggle to afford housing. But they don't expect help from political candidates
Pennsylvania's competitive U.S. House districts showcase how housing affordability challenges for young voters may play into control of the next Congress.
TL;DR
- Housing costs are a significant financial strain for Americans, with many renters and homeowners spending at least half their income on housing.
- Mortgage rates have climbed sharply, and home prices continue to rise, decreasing housing affordability.
- Young voters (18-34) cite housing costs as their top political issue, surpassing even the cost of food or protecting democracy.
- In Pennsylvania's competitive districts, housing affordability is a key concern for voters, influencing their views on candidates.
- Candidates in Pennsylvania are proposing various solutions, including tax credits, deregulation, and crackdowns on rent gouging, but voter confidence in these solutions is mixed.