Housing Costs in Swing States Nearly Double Since 2020

Median monthly payments in key battleground states have surged, impacting voter sentiment ahead of the presidential election.

Median monthly housing payments in swing states have risen to $2,161, a 92% increase since 2020.
Families now need to earn at least $86,421 annually to afford a median-priced home in these states.
The affordability crisis disproportionately affects Black and Hispanic families, who spend a higher percentage of their income on housing.
Young voters, particularly Gen Z, cite housing affordability as a crucial issue for the upcoming election.
Both President Biden and former President Trump propose different strategies to address the housing affordability crisis.