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What percentage of households in the U.S. rent rather than own their home?

ngpf.org 4/15/25

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36%

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FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS

  1. Why do you think some people choose to rent a home instead of buying one?
  2. How does renting or owning a home affect a person’s monthly budget and long-term financial planning?
  3. Do you think owning a home is still part of the “American Dream,” or has that idea changed for your generation? Why?