Why Today's Grads Struggle More Than Past Generations | Tulsa News

Today’s grads aren’t lazy—they’re just caught in a brutal rent crunch. While unemployment for young college grads is actually better than in 1986, skyrocketing housing costs have crushed affordability. Back then, a new grad spent 18% of their salary on rent; now it’s 34%. Starting salaries, adjusted for inflation, are lower than in ’86, while rent demands nearly $79K in income to afford. The fix? Negotiate your salary, live with roommates (it’s smart, not shameful), and tailor your budget to local costs—not national averages. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/24469e34d8270312