Median Homeowner Age Surges - Youth Sidelined

The median age of U.S. homeowners keeps climbing as younger Americans struggle to buy in. Tough market conditions, high prices, and limited inventory push millennials and Gen Z to the sidelines, delaying their dreams of ownership. Boomers hold strong, snapping up properties while first-timers wait longer. Experts note this shift reshapes housing trends, with affordability gaps widening fast. Renting stays the norm for many under 35, sparking debates on policy fixes.