Though poverty has slightly declined in recent years, the US Census Bureau found last year that nearly 40 million people are living in poverty in America.
Poverty affects almost every area of life for Americans in every state and city across genders, ages, employment, and education.
See the different ways poverty affects Americans across the nation.
Though those living on the street are the most noticeable, homelessness is just one issue Americans in poverty face.
People in a variety of circumstances rely on government programs and local resources to aid in their struggle to support themselves and their families, working long hours on small incomes.
As costs of living rise across the country, some are forced to take up residence anywhere they can.
Source: Business Insider
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