Record 25.2 Million US Young Adults Now Live with Parents
A record 25.2 million young adults in the US — one in three under age 35 — are now living with their parents, according to new data.
The number of young Americans living at home has hit an all-time high. As of the latest figures, 25.2 million adults under 35 are residing with their parents, meaning roughly one in three in that age group remains in the family home.
This trend reflects broader economic pressures, including high housing costs, student debt, and wage stagnation. While the statistic itself is demographic, it carries implications for consumer spending, household formation, and rental demand.
The share of young adults living with parents has been climbing for years and now stands at a record level, underscoring a shift in living arrangements that may persist as affordability challenges continue.
Source: First Squawk