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Data Dictionary: ACS 2010 (3-Year Estimates)
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Data Source: Social Explorer; U.S. Census Bureau
Universe: Renter-occupied housing units paying cash rent
Variable Details
T102. Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income in 2010
Universe: Renter-occupied housing units paying cash rent
T102_001Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income in 2010
Percent base:
None - percentages not computed
Aggregation method:
Median, using bracket table: B25070, interpolation method: Linear
Formula used to compute this variable:
Return_Value = ACS2010_3yr:B25071001; if (ACS2010_3yr:B25071001.IsNull) Return_Value.IsNull = true
Variables used in the formula:
ACS2010_3yr:B25071001
Renter-Occupied Housing Units Paying Cash Rent: Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income
Relevant Documentation:
Excerpt from: Social Explorer; U.S. Census Bureau; American Community Survey 2008-2010 Summary File: Technical Documentation.
  ACS 2010 3-Year Summary File: Technical Documentation -> Appendix A. Supplemental Documentation -> 2010 Subject Definitions -> Living Quarters -> Housing Variables -> Gross Rent -> Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income
Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income
Gross rent as a percentage of household income is a computed ratio of monthly gross rent to monthly household income (total household income divided by 12). The ratio is computed separately for each unit and is rounded to the nearest tenth. Units for which no rent is paid and units occupied by households that reported no income or a net loss comprise the category, "Not computed."

Gross rent as a percentage of household income provides information on the monthly housing cost expenses for renters. The information offers an excellent measure of housing affordability and excessive shelter costs. The data also serve to aid in the development of housing programs to meet the needs of people at different economic levels, and to provide assistance to agencies in determining policies on fair rent.