As poverty drops across NYC, these boroughs' rates remain above national average, new data showsNew York City has seen a decline in poverty rates, yet three boroughs still exceed the national average, highlighting ongoing economic disparities.
Poverty declined last year, but many Americans face economic hardshipIn 2023, the official U.S. poverty rate fell slightly, but the alternative measure of poverty increased, indicating deeper economic struggles for many.
If You Want to See Poverty, Visit This Part of AmericaChild poverty rate has dramatically increased from 5.2% to 12.4%, exacerbating struggles amid economic challenges.
California knows how to rapidly cut poverty-it just needs to make those programs permanentPoverty rates in California have been declining, not growing, for decades despite occasional blips due to policy changes.