Essential Workers Struggle as Rental Market Becomes Unaffordable

A new report reveals that over 96% of rental properties in Australia are beyond the reach of full-time essential workers.

Anglicare Australia's report highlights that less than 4% of rentals are affordable for essential workers on a single income.
Hospitality workers face the greatest challenge, with only 0.8% of rentals within their financial means.
Healthcare professionals like nurses and aged care workers are severely impacted, with only 1.4% and 1.5% of rentals affordable, respectively.
The report calls for an increase in social housing and tax reforms to address the housing crisis.
Rising rental costs and stagnant wages contribute to significant rental stress among essential workers, pushing them out of their communities.