Katrin B. Anacker

Katrin B. Anacker is a Professor at the Schar School of Policy and Government, George Mason University, where she conducts research and teaching in public policy with a focus on housing and urban affairs. Her institutional affiliation and scholarly output position her as a leading scholar in urban and housing policy.

Her research interests include housing policy, urban policy, real estate markets, economic demographics, and both qualitative and quantitative research methods. She emphasizes policy-relevant scholarship and research writing, contributing significantly to academic and public understanding of housing systems in the United States.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on housing and suburban transformation, with an emphasis on equity, policy analysis, and urban change. Her editorial leadership in major handbooks and journals underscores her influence in shaping discourse in urban and housing studies.

Editorial and Research Leadership:

• Senior Associate Editor, Journal of Urban Affairs
• Former Editor, Housing and Society
• Co-editor and Lead Editor of multiple academic volumes

Her research has been funded by prestigious organizations including the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, Urban Land Institute, and others, reflecting the national significance of her work. She has also contributed to interdisciplinary teams and research centers across multiple universities.