Posted 3/13/2024, 1:46:09 AM
High Cost of Living Driving Young Adults Out of Greater Boston
- 25% of young adults aged 20-30 plan to leave Greater Boston area in next 5 years due to high costs
- High rent costs, ability to buy a home, career prospects influencing decisions to leave
- 823 people surveyed, majority satisfied with lives but struggling to afford living here
- Young people prioritizing mental health, relationships over careers in decisions to move
- Officials urged to address jobs, home ownership, rent costs to retain young talent
