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U.S. retail workers earn 51.6% less than needed to afford average rent, with major gaps in high-cost cities.
A Redfin report shows U.S. retail workers earn 51.6% less than needed to afford a typical rental, requiring $71,172 annually but earning $34,436 on average.
The gap varies by region, with New York and Boston seeing the largest shortfalls.
While rent growth slowed to 3.4% in 2025 and some cities saw rent declines, affordability remains low in high-cost areas.
Job losses in retail have risen sharply, and proposals like rent freezes spark debate, with most survey respondents opposing such measures in favor of market-driven solutions.
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Los trabajadores minoristas estadounidenses ganan 51.6% menos de lo necesario para pagar el alquiler promedio, con grandes brechas en las ciudades de alto costo.