Student loan debt is delaying life milestones for young Americans

Student loan debt in the US has surpassed $1 trillion, causing over half of borrowers to delay life events such as buying a home, getting married, or saving for retirement. Gen Z borrowers are the most likely to delay life milestones due to student loan debt. The Gallup Alumni Survey and Lumina Foundation report highlight the impact of student loan debt on Americans' affordability pains.