Among Americans under 35, what share owned their home in the second quarter of 2026?
Answer35.2%
Younger households have far lower homeownership rates than older age groups.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
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4 sourced facts about U.S. housing vacancy and homeownership, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
Answer35.2%
Younger households have far lower homeownership rates than older age groups.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
Answer78.6%
Homeownership rises sharply with age as people settle down and pay off mortgages.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
AnswerSouth, at 9.5%
The West had the lowest regional rental vacancy rate that quarter, at 5.3%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
AnswerWest, at 5.3%
Tighter rental markets in the West kept vacancy rates below other regions that quarter.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau census.gov