缅因州的住房负担能力危机恶化,因为尽管建筑和贷款增加,但房价的上涨远远快于收入。 Maine's housing affordability crisis worsens as home prices surge far faster than incomes, despite increased construction and lending.

缅因州住房部的一份新报告显示,在缅因州,住房可负担性仍然是一个关键问题,从2015年到2024年,中位住房收入需要增加187%,远远高于中位收入增加44%的速度。 A new report by MaineHousing reveals that housing affordability remains a critical issue in Maine, with the income needed to afford a median home rising 187% from 2015 to 2024—far outpacing the 44% increase in median income. 尽管有创纪录的廉价出租房的建造和首次购房贷款的增加,但房价和建筑成本的上涨继续给居民带来压力。 Despite record construction of affordable rental units and a rise in first-time homebuyer loans, rising home prices and construction costs continue to strain residents. 无家可归现象已经稳定下来,但庇护所的居住时间已经延长,非营利机构面临财政挑战。 Homelessness has stabilized, but shelter stays have lengthened, and nonprofit providers face financial challenges. 官员们强调必须进行持续投资和政策改革,以解决当前的住房危机。 Officials stress the need for sustained investment and policy reforms to address the ongoing housing crisis.