Do Millennials Have It Better Or Worse Than Generations Past? Infographic

Do Millennials Have It Better Or Worse Than Generations Past? Infographic

Do Millennials Have It Better Or Worse Than Generations Past? Infographic

Back in my day...

A Look At The Cost Of Living In The Past 60 Years

It's Saturday night and you're going out.

How much will it cost you compared to generations past?

  • One gallon of regular unleaded gas?
  • One movie ticket?
  • One pint of beer?
  • One Yankees ticket?

Now, what about basic living prices?

Here's a comparison you can't miss:

Rent

The cost or rent has gone up nearly 750% from the 1960s to 2000. Adjusting for inflation, the increase comes in at 46%.

Homes

The value of homes has risen 905% since the '60s. With inflation, the increase is still a whopping 73%.

*The cost of college has skyrocketed over the years as well. 

Private College

Private nonprofit four-year college costs have gone up nearly 400% since the '80s. Even when accounting for inflation, students at these universities have seen a 129% increase over the past three decades.

Public College

Public nonprofit four-year college students have fared worse. Tuition has increased by 571% since the late '80s. Accounting for inflation, that price has gone up 213%.

 

Via: https://studentloanhero.com/featured/millennials-have-better-worse-than-generations-past/
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