“It’s No Joke”: Rent Prices Have Skyrocketed in America, and Some Are Coping by Making Skits About It (opens in new tab)

A viral comedy skit about apartment hunting has sparked discussion online after exaggerating just how expensive renting can feel for many Americans. The video references the rising cost of housing, noting that average rent has increased from about $1,029 in 2016 to roughly $1,698 in 2026. Many commenters said the skit reflected their own experiences… up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post appeared first on .