Society -> Poverty and Social Inequality
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Hey there,
Great question! The current poverty line in the United States varies based on household size and composition. As of 2021, for a single individual, the poverty line is set at an annual income of $12,880. For a household of two, the poverty line is $17,420 and for a household of four, it’s $26,500.
It’s important to note that the poverty line is merely a threshold for determining eligibility for certain government programs and benefits. Being below the poverty line does not necessarily mean a person or family is living in poverty, as many factors such as regional cost of living and access to resources must be taken into account.
Furthermore, poverty is a complex issue that cannot be fully addressed by a single statistic or income threshold. Income inequality, systemic oppression, lack of access to education and healthcare, and other structural factors all contribute to the perpetuation of poverty in the United States and around the world.
I hope this helps answer your question, and I encourage you to continue learning about the complexities of poverty and the different ways we can work towards ending it.
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