Phrases with «poverty threshold»

The phrase "poverty threshold" refers to the minimum amount of income or resources that someone needs to meet their basic needs and avoid falling into poverty. It's like a line that separates being poor from having enough to live a decent life. Full definition

Sentences with «poverty threshold»

Families with incomes below 50 % of the federal poverty threshold are considered to be living in extreme poverty. (golocalprov.com)
The 2008 census estimated that 18 percent of the population were below the national poverty threshold. (localresumeservices.com)
Families that adopt from foster care have less money and education, but still 70 % have education post high school and 25 % have incomes exceeding four times the federal poverty threshold. (creatingafamily.org)
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Phrases with «poverty threshold»

Sentences with «poverty threshold»

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