【Zillow】Asking Rent Tops $2,000 Amid Steady Seasonal Growth (March 2025 Rental Market Report)

As the rental season begins to unfold, the typical asking rent in the U.S. has reached $2,005. The median household now allocates 29.4% of its income to rent, nearing the recommended 30% threshold for housing costs. This figure underscores the persistent affordability challenges faced by renters. The income needed to comfortably afford a typical rental has risen to $80,204 — a 35% increase since before the pandemic. 

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