Impact of Inflation on Rural Household Expenses, 2021-2022

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Report offering estimates of differences in how inflation between 2021-2022 has impacted rural and urban households based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Examines changes in income and expenses, noting concerns about the increased cost of travel for rural people to access healthcare, the ability to pay for unexpected healthcare costs, and the risk of homelessness due to housing shortages and costs.

David J. Peters

07/2022

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Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Economics and the economy · Housing and homelessness · Income · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data · Transportation