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How long does it take to save up for a starter home? Twice as long as it did in 2019

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How long does it take to save up for a starter home? Twice as long as it did in 2019

NPR · Oct 22, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC

A new analysis finds that the average renter household now needs 16 years to save for a down payment and closing costs. Rising rents and other costs have consumed a growing share of household budgets.