According to a recent Harris poll, 60% of Americans report that economic anxieties are affecting their major life decisions, such as marriage, parenthood, and home purchases. Despite the Trump administration's potential initiatives like a baby bonus, many individuals feel that current economic conditions, marked by high housing prices and inflation, hinder their family-planning decisions. About 75% of prospective homeowners experienced setbacks due to financial turmoil, illustrating the challenging landscape regarding the American dream of owning a home and starting a family amid economic uncertainty.
Six in 10 Americans said the economy has affected at least one of their major life goals, citing lack of affordability or anxiety around the current economy.
Of those who originally planned to have a child in 2025, a majority say the current economy has affected their plans by either being unable to afford having a child or being uncomfortable having one.
Despite the Trump administration's proposal of a $5,000 baby bonus, its economic policies appear to be a major stumbling block for Americans considering parenthood.
75% of those who said they wanted to buy a home stated that the current economy has derailed them, highlighting the homeownership struggle in an escalating market.
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