Van Life During a Tough Economy - How I (Barely) Make It Work Living Full Time in a Minivan Camper

Spring 2026: Living van life can be incredibly freeing, but it’s not always as cheap as people think. With the economy being what it is, I’ve had to get really intentional about how I budget and keep this lifestyle affordable.
Van life doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Sometimes the best parts of this lifestyle are the simplest ones.