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As many are priced out of buying, the renter-owner wealth gap is wider than ever

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As many are priced out of buying, the renter-owner wealth gap is wider than ever

NPR · Jul 28, 2026, 8:14 PM UTC

Record high housing costs have pushed the wealth gap between renters and owners wider than ever. It's been a boon for owners even as many others are priced out.