Sociodemographic conditions, migrations and housing tenure in Argentina

Abstract

Sociodemographic conditions, migrations and housing tenure in Argentina This paper studies the housing tenure system in Argentina over recent decades. It reviews various theoretical perspectives related to the topic and utilizes secondary data from the Permanent Household Survey (EPH). The analysis focuses on the temporal and spatial dimensions, age structure, and migration, exploring these aspects in multiple facets and highlighting their significance for national development, the quality of life for individuals, and their relevance in shaping public policies. The results show a strong non-linear fit between age structure and housing tenure, indicating that the marginal effects decrease over time. There are also significant geographical disparities in housing access; provinces with the highest tendency to population outmigration also showed the highest percentage of homeowners. Migration also seems to play an important role, particularly as many immigrants opt for renting.