When I rented, I could barely afford it then, even on dual incomes. Now I saw the place I used to live has doubled in rent. And I hear health insurance is stupid high too.

Downgrade lifestyle where they can

Did people just get used to much less disposable income?

Even then it seems so unaffordable compared to say … 5-7 years ago.

Above median pay with a high paying employer

How do people afford rent? It seems insanely pricey to live anywhere now.