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For today\u2019s young adults, the unfair shame long associated with living at home is overdue for a complete rewrite. Far from a lack of independence, staying with family has become a grounded, strategic response to a daunting economic environment.<\/p>\n

According to the most recent Census figures, 33% of young adults aged 18-34 live with their parents, nearing the historic highs seen during the COVID-19 pandemic, as of 2025. This staggering number equals 25.2 million adults under 35 living with their parents in 2025, according to Realtor.com\u00ae<\/a> research.<\/p>\n

Moreover, a generational report by Realtor.com<\/a> noted that a paycheck is no longer the clear dividing line between dependence and independence. Housing shortages, job losses, and significant cost-of-living adjustments in recent years have created a challenging environment for young adults striving for self-sufficiency.<\/p>\n

North Dakota’s affordability challenges<\/h2>\n

A recent study by FinanceBuzz, utilizing Census data, mapped out the percentage of 18- to 34-year-olds who live with their parents in every state, revealing a nuanced picture of young adult independence. <\/p>\n

In North Dakota<\/a>, 12.30% of young adults aged 18 to 34 are currently living with their parents, making it the state where adults are least likely to live with their parents. The top 3 include New Jersey<\/a>\u00a0(44.1%), Connecticut<\/a>\u00a0(41.3%), and California<\/a> (39.1%)<\/p>\n

States with a higher percentage of young adults living at home often share a common thread: high living costs, indicating that the decision to stay with parents is frequently need-based. Conversely, states with lower housing costs, more remote housing options, and generally more available space tend to exhibit lower rates of young adults living at home.<\/p>\n

With that said, North Dakota, with a median home price of $364,259, positions itself with a “C” grade on the 2026 Realtor.com Housing Report Cards<\/a>. While this median price might be lower than some coastal states, it still represents a significant financial hurdle for many young adults. <\/p>\n

Therefore, even in states like North Dakota, the dream of independent living can remain out of reach for those navigating entry-level salaries and rising expenses.<\/p>\n

National trends impacting North Dakota<\/h2>\n

The report from Realtor.com provides additional crucial insights into why so many young adults are living with their parents. Again, the data, reflecting the situation in 2025, indicates a record 25.2 million adults under 35 are living with their parents, surpassing even the pandemic peak. This means approximately 33% of young adults reside at home, just shy of the all-time high of 33.6% set in 2020.<\/p>\n

The primary driver for this phenomenon is housing affordability, rather than a lack of employment. Data indicates that 7 out of 10 adults aged 25\u201334 living at home are employed, highlighting that a steady job no longer guarantees the ability to live independently. The housing market is characterized by a substantial 4-million-unit supply gap, which has contributed to soaring costs. The median home listing price has reached $430,000, a 34.4% increase since 2019, while the median asking rent stands at $1,673, up 17.9% over the same period. These elevated costs make independent living financially challenging for millions, including those in North Dakota.<\/p>\n

“Something about their income level, debt load, or the cost of housing in their market is keeping them home despite steady employment,” said Hannah Jones<\/a>, Senior Economist at Realtor.com. The increase in co-residence is evident across different age groups. For adults aged 18\u201324, over half (57.6%) are living at home in 2025, a rise from 54.6% in 2019 and 52.1% in 2000. This demographic accounts for 17.6 million individuals, roughly 70% of all adult kids<\/a> living with parents.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, the delay in establishing independent households is particularly pronounced as young adults age. By age 22, 49.3% remain at home, up from 46.1% pre-pandemic. This trend intensifies by age 24, where 35.2% are still living with parents, a significant jump from 29.6% in 2019, indicating a growing delay in achieving independent living milestones. “The rise in college attendance over the past 25 years likely plays a role too: More widespread student debt may be constraining what an entry-level salary can actually buy in terms of independent living,” Jones added.<\/p>\n

Therefore, the situation often creates two distinct groups. “The reality is probably two groups. A genuine launchpad cohort with higher incomes and lower debt who will convert to buyers when conditions allow, and a larger group for whom the childhood bedroom is less a runway and more a floor, preventing a worse outcome, but not reliably producing the one they’re aiming for,” Jones explained. This sentiment resonates deeply with young adults struggling to navigate today’s economic landscape.<\/p>\n

Generated with AI assistance and finalized through human editorial oversight by <\/em>Dina Sartore-Bodo<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>Gabriella Iannetta<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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