Nearly half of all renter households in the US were cost-burdened in 2023, meaning they paid more than 30% of their income towards housing costs, according to new government data.
I live 10 miles outside of Seattle and have never once spent more than 30% on rent. I have 0 of the downsides you listed, except a long commute, and I don’t make 6 figures.
It’s honestly not that hard to find affordable rent even in a VHCOL area.
I live 10 miles outside of Seattle and have never once spent more than 30% on rent. I have 0 of the downsides you listed, except a long commute, and I don’t make 6 figures.
It’s honestly not that hard to find affordable rent even in a VHCOL area.