Black Heritage Trail Tea Talks: Homesick: Attaining the American Dream

The median income of a New Hampshire household is not enough to rent a median-priced apartment in places like Portsmouth and Manchester. The data is far worse for a single person earning the New Hampshire median income. A single person would need at least two roommates to afford a median-priced, apartment. Burdened by high rents, households strain to cover other necessary expenses, such as food, health care, clothing, and transportation.

Households paying more than 30 percent of their incomes on housing, including rent or mortgage and utilities expenses, are considered cost-burdened by these expenses. They may also struggle to participate more fully in the economy compared to more financially secure households.

The panelists will discuss how the disparities in housing access reinforce the structural and longstanding systemic barriers to success and opportunity especially for Granite Staters of underrepresented groups. They will also explore how policies that support public investment to reduce housing costs can boost the economy.

Registration is required. Register and learn more about the series
https://blackheritagetrailnh.org/elinor-williams-hooker-tea-talks-2024/

About the Panelists:
Elissa Margolin, Director of Housing Action, NH.

Zachery Palmer, from the Strafford Economic Development Corporation.

Wildolfo Arvelo, Executive Director of Cross Roads House.

Anthony Poore, President and CEO of the NH Center for Justice and Equity, will serve as the moderator.