Multigenerational living on the rise in metro Phoenix
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Multigenerational households — three or more generations under one roof — are on the rise.
By the numbers: The share of multigenerational households in Maricopa County was 7.8% as of 2020, representing nearly 85,000 households. The national share was 7.2%.
- Apache and Navajo counties had the highest rates in Arizona, with 16.9% and 13.2%, respectively.
The big picture: Financial concerns and caregiving needs are two of the major reasons people live with their parents (and parents' parents).
- There were 6 million multigenerational households in the U.S. in 2020, up from 5.1 million in 2010, according to census data.
The latest: Last year, Phoenix voted to allow accessory dwelling units, or backyard casitas, in the yards of all single-family homes. The move was celebrated as a way to help families expand their housing options.
The intrigue: Living close to family or friends can improve your health and happiness.