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Immigrant characteristics and Hispanic-Anglo housing inequality

L J Krivo1

  • 1Department of Sociology, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210, USA.

Demography
|November 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Hispanic households in the U.S. face housing inequality due to immigrant characteristics and metropolitan area factors. These factors contribute to lower homeownership and higher household crowding among Hispanic populations.

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Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Urban Studies
  • Housing Economics

Background:

  • Significant disparities exist in U.S. housing quality between Hispanic and Anglo households.
  • Understanding the determinants of this housing inequality is crucial for addressing socioeconomic disparities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of immigrant characteristics and metropolitan area factors in explaining inferior housing conditions for Hispanic households in the United States.
  • To analyze the impact of these factors on homeownership rates, household crowding, and housing costs.

Main Methods:

  • Empirical analysis of housing market data for four major Hispanic populations (Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and other Hispanics).
  • Statistical examination of homeownership, household crowding, and housing costs in relation to immigrant characteristics and metropolitan area attributes.

Main Results:

  • Immigrant characteristics significantly influence lower homeownership rates and higher household crowding among Hispanic groups.
  • Metropolitan area characteristics also play a role in housing inequality.
  • The impact of immigrant characteristics on housing costs was found to be less pronounced.

Conclusions:

  • Immigration-related factors are key drivers of housing disparities faced by Hispanic households in the U.S.
  • Targeted interventions addressing immigrant integration and housing accessibility may help mitigate these inequalities.
  • Further research could explore the nuances of housing cost determination.

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