I don't think it can be sustained. If someone wants to work in this area long-term, then wages need to rise equal to rent inflation. My current apartment rental

I don't think it can be sustained. If someone wants to work in this area long-term, then wages need to rise equal to rent inflation. My current apartment rental has been raised about 10% year-over-year for 4 years (no rent control), yet our income has remained the same. We aren't in high-paying jobs, so at some point our time here will end unless something changes.