[mjevans]

A missing future.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy_of_needs

Shelter, rent out of control, let alone a house that might be within reach of purchase, is economic insanity. We don't usually think about shortage of food, water, and comfortable temperature; within the US anyway. Not if someone has even a basic job.

Housing also builds to the safety and security aspect.

Relationships, a sense of belonging, I've found it very difficult knowing that I'll move because I rent, there's seemingly no point to investing in anything resembling a sense of community, let alone personal relationships. Esteem is a related issue, as is self fulfillment.

[systemvoltage]

> Shelter, rent out of control, let alone a house that might be within reach of purchase, is economic insanity.

This describes west coast cities more I would say. SF Bay Area in particular.

North East has many places that are far more affordable than west coast cities. Even rural housing in California is expensive.