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It's getting harder to afford rent in the U.S., even for middle-income families

It's getting harder to afford rent in the U.S., even for middle-income families
NPR Business Wednesday 23 September 2026, 14:09 UTC By Marissa J. Lang 1 min read
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Housing affordability challenges are spreading to higher income brackets, according to new research, which found one in five renters struggled last year to pay for their housing in full and on time.(Image credit: Nam Y. Huh)

Housing affordability challenges are spreading to higher income brackets, according to new research, which found one in five renters struggled last year to pay for their housing in full and on time.

(Image credit: Nam Y. Huh)

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