Population in multigenerational households
% of total population living in multigenerational households, by race/ethnicity
Note: Refer to the methodology for definitions and further details.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of 1970, 1980, 1990 and 2000 decennial census, and 2010, 2019 and 2024 American Community Survey (IPUMS).
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Population in multigenerational households
% of total population living in multigenerational households, by race/ethnicity
| Year | White | Black | Asian | Hispanic |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 11% | 22% | 17% | 16% |
| 1980 | 11% | 24% | 21% | 17% |
| 1990 | 12% | 27% | 25% | 22% |
| 2000 | 12% | 25% | 27% | 25% |
| 2010 | 14% | 26% | 28% | 26% |
| 2019 | 17% | 28% | 30% | 29% |
| 2024 | 16% | 29% | 30% | 30% |
Note: Refer to the methodology for definitions and further details.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of 1970, 1980, 1990 and 2000 decennial census, and 2010, 2019 and 2024 American Community Survey (IPUMS).
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