Geography
Housing in North America
North America's housing debate is dominated by high prices, constrained supply in major metros, and a large rental burden among lower-income households. The United States and Canada publish comparatively rich official statistics, which makes them useful starting points without implying they represent the world.
Overview
North America's housing debate is dominated by high prices, constrained supply in major metros, and a large rental burden among lower-income households. The United States and Canada publish comparatively rich official statistics, which makes them useful starting points without implying they represent the world.
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Current Situation
OECD data show real house prices well above their 2015 baseline in both the United States and Canada. Canada's official housing agency estimates that annual starts would need to roughly double from current projections to restore pre-pandemic affordability by 2036.