Most young adults in multigenerational households live with a parent, many with a single parent

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July 19, 2022

Young adults in U.S. are much more likely than 50 years ago to be living in a multigenerational household

Most young adults in multigenerational households live with a parent, many with a single parent

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Most young adults in multigenerational households live with a parent, many with a single parent

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Young adults in U.S. are much more likely than 50 years ago to be living in a multigenerational household
Multigenerational living has grown fastest among young adults, especially those with less education
A growing share of young adults are living in a parent’s home – or in other multigenerational living arrangements
Young adults in multigenerational households with two parents are less likely to be in poverty

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