44% of Latinos in Colorado Fear Losing Their Homes

GREATEST FINANCIAL CONCERN | About 89% of Latinos confessed to being concerned about housing costs. (Photo/AP)

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Latino families in Colorado face the impact of the cost of living significantly more severely than the rest of the state’s population, according to the results of the annual Pulse 2026 survey presented by The Colorado Health Foundation. The study reveals that rising housing costs, food insecurity, and instability in health coverage have transformed the daily routine of Hispanic households.

“Thousands of Latino residents in Colorado are making sacrifices to avoid eviction or the accumulation of debt,” said Enrique Castillo, a member of the Pulse research team. Housing costs emerge as the top financial concern for Latino families statewide. About 89% of Latinos confessed to being concerned about housing costs, exceeding the state’s general average.

Housing Concerns Across All Ages

Concern over losing their home reached 44% of Hispanic respondents, reflecting a steady increase compared to the previous year’s records. The economic strain hits younger generations and working-age adults hardest. Among adults aged 18 to 29, concern over losing their home spiked to 58%, while among the 30-to-44 age group, it rose to 55%.

To cover monthly rent or mortgage payments, Hispanic families resort to extreme measures that compromise their employment and financial stability. Nearly 45% of Latino renters admitted to avoiding asking for repairs on their homes for fear of facing a rent increase or eviction. To make rent or mortgage payments, Hispanic families resort to measures that compromise their employment and financial stability.

Debt, Access to Food, and Medical Expenses

More than 34% of survey participants confirmed having stopped paying or falling behind on utility bills. Meanwhile, more than 30% of respondents had to default on their loan or credit card payments to keep a roof over their heads. About 33% of respondents state that they have had to apply for quick loans or credit to cover monthly expenses.

Likewise, anxiety over food shortages or the inability to access sufficient food affects 44% of Latino households, representing a thirteen-percentage-point gap compared to the general population. Concern over hunger increased from 48% in 2025 to 50% in 2026. Along with concerns about housing and food access, uncertainty regarding health insurance impacts 53% of Latinos, forcing many individuals to delay medical attention for physical or emotional conditions.

Political Independence and Demand for Results

The Hispanic community expresses frustration over the current political landscape, showing a trend toward ideological independence. About 45% of Latinos with higher education and more than 41% of young adults identify as independent. Respondents demand urgent action from government leaders to lower living costs, strengthen the social safety net, and promote inclusive policies that allow local small businesses to thrive in Colorado’s economy.

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