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Cost of raising children rose sharply over eight years, highlighting affordability

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MarketWatch characterizes the issue as an affordability crisis, linking the broader birth-rate trend to household costs.

The outlet says the cost of raising kids increased 60% over an eight-year period, positioning affordability as a central driver.

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MarketWatchThis chart shows the No. 1 reason why the cost of raising kids jumped 60% in eight years
MarketWatchThis chart shows the No. 1 reason why the cost of raising kids jumped 60% in eight years

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