Focus
Housing Affordability
Housing affordability is a critical social challenge marked by the increasing difficulty for individuals and families to secure affordable and adequate housing. Rising housing costs, stagnant wages, and limited availability of and access to affordable units exacerbate the issue, leading to financial strain and housing insecurity for many. Addressing this challenge necessitates comprehensive policy interventions, increased investment in affordable housing, and measures to ensure fair wages and equitable access to opportunities for all.
There is no state or county where a renter working full-time at minimum wage can afford a two-bedroom apartment.
71% of all extremely low-income CT families are severely cost-burdened.
Low-income families spend more than 50% of their income on rent.
