In the United States, some demographic groups are more likely than others to live in poverty. Some of the groups that are most likely to be in poverty include:
People of color: Compared to White Americans, people of color, specifically African Americans, Hispanic/Latinx Americans, and Native Americans, are more likely to be in poverty.
Individuals with low levels of education: People with lower levels of education, particularly those who did not complete high school, are more likely to live in poverty than those with higher levels of education.
Additionally, poverty rates can vary by age, sex, race, citizenship, and education level.