A model for the determination of residential preferences

Abstract

Concern by government officials regarding housing in blighted areas has prompted research into the factors that influence location of low-income families. A model employing factor analysis and multiple linear regression has been developed to aid in the study of the economic and psychological factors invloved in location decisions. Data used was obtained from a survey of low-income families in El Paso, Texas. Future location preferences can be predicted using this model and projected household characteristics.