Dataset guide · U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
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CHAS distinguishes housing costs above 30% of income from severe burden above 50%. Select a consistent vintage, geography, tenure and income group before making comparisons.
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Understand household housing problems, cost burden and severe cost burden.
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