Hidden costs of unaffordable housing: Exploring the multidimensional and intersecting health effects on Black Americans.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Housing, a key health determinant, is increasingly unaffordable. Black/African-American communities are disproportionately affected due to a long, documented history of structural racism in housing. To date, much unaffordable housing research is economically focused, leaving holistic health consequences underexplored.

Design and methods

We used a multidisciplinary lens to explore potential effects of unaffordable housing (30%+ of income) on mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being. In-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 33 individuals who were residents and/or staff members of organizations that provide housing or support resources in three historic, Black neighborhoods in westside Atlanta. Thematic analysis identified key themes.

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SUBMITTER: Bradley ELP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12576201 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature