How Housing, Healthcare, and Tuition Are Consuming 37% of U.S. Household Budgets in 2025
In 1960, U.S. households spent just 22% of their budgets on housing, healthcare, and college tuition. By 2025, that share has surged to nearly 37%, squeezing discretionary income and reshaping the middle-class lifestyle. This article explores the historical rise, economic drivers, and policy failures behind the soaring costs of essentials, with data showing hospital services …