57% of the population in Albania lives in overcrowded homes. This reality, which affects the way Albanians live, work, and raise their families, clearly reflects a deep social and economic challenge.

Compared to European Union countries, the gap is significant. The EU average in 2024 stands at 17%, a much lower level than that of our country. Even states that traditionally face housing difficulties, such as Romania, Serbia, and Turkey, remain between 38% and 47%.

On the other hand, Cyprus, Malta, and the Netherlands are the countries where overcrowding in housing affects up to 5% of households—states known for stable housing policies and high welfare standards.

Data from the Census further deepens the housing overcrowding crisis in Albania, where over 67,000 families with 5 or more members live in an area of 40–70 m², while nearly 40,000 others live in homes of 70–100 m².