Stable housing is key to providing children with a positive environment in which to learn and grow. However, the cost and availability of housing is a significant challenge Vermont families face when trying to meet their basic needs. A common metric of affordability is the percentage of household income paid toward rent or mortgage.
The chart below shows the percentage of households spending 30% or more of income on rent or mortgage.
Please note: The data are 5-year estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). Please only compare non-overlapping datasets (example: compare 2005-2009 ACS 5-year estimates to 2010-2014 ACS 5-year estimates).
Data Source
U.S. Census Bureau. American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, Tables B25070 and B25091, Vermont. data.census.gov
Related Indicators
Rental and Homeowner Vacancy Rates – The indicator chart shows the Vermont rental and homeowner vacancy rates over time.
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Children Experiencing Homelessness (McKinney-Vento) – The indicator chart shows the number of children under 9 enrolled in school who meet the McKinney-Vento definition of homeless by school year.