Who Do Americans Blame for Their Debt? The Answer Depends on Their Generation

A 2026 survey from Accredited Debt Relief and Money.com found that 78% of Americans with debt blame inflation and rising prices for at least part of their financial difficulties. Meanwhile, 68% pointed to housing costs, and the same percentage acknowledged that their own spending or borrowing decisions contributed to their debt. The findings suggest that while Americans across generations are struggling with debt, their financial pressures differ considerably depending on their age. America’s Debt Problem Is GrowingAccording to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, total U.S. household debt reached $18.77 trillion in the second quarter of 2026, an increase...