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1990 vs Today

The purchasing power of the median household has collapsed. See the data from 1990 below.

Labor Multiplier

It is now 1.2x harder to buy a home than in 1990.

Cost of Living: 1990 Prices

1990

Median Income

$29,940

House Price

$122,300

Today

Median Income

$83,730

House Price

$418,975

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