Each year, the U.S. Census Bureau releases annual statistics measuring poverty, income, and health insurance rates from the previous year. CLASP experts provide commentary and analysis of the data as a resource for policymakers, researchers, journalists, fellow advocates, and the general public. As an antipoverty and racial equity organization, CLASP is committed to advancing evidence-based policy solutions for eradicating poverty among children and families.
On September 12, 2017, the U.S. Census Bureau released poverty data from 2016. The data show that poverty and uninsurance rates declined from the previous year as a result of successful government programs. However, far too many people still live in poverty, lack access to…
SNAP is a lifeline for millions of individuals and families in America. The Census Bureau's 2016 data proves that SNAP effectively lifts people out of poverty.
"An analysis by the nonpartisan Center for Law and Social Policy in Washington, an anti-poverty nonprofit, shows that 22 percent of parents under age 30 are poor. 'We are in a fragile moment,' said CLASP executive director Olivia Golden."
This infographic sheet highlights key data on child poverty, the positive effect of safety-net benefits, and racial disparities from the U.S. Census Bureau poverty report.
Elizabeth Lower-Basch is quoted on the Supplemental Poverty Measure, released by the U.S. Census Bureau this year along with the yearly report on income and poverty on September 16. The supplemental measure includes the benefits received by families.