Poverty rates of vulnerable populations, 2000 and 2012
| Under 18, black | Under 18, Hispanic | All families with children | Female-headed households with children | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 31.2% | 28.4% | 12.7% | 33.0% |
| 2012 | 37.9% | 33.8% | 18.4% | 40.9% |
Note: Races and ethnicities are presented in the following mutually exclusive categories: White refers to non-Hispanic whites, black refers to non-Hispanic blacks, and Hispanic refers to Hispanics of any race.
Source: Authors' analysis of Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement Historical Poverty Tables (Tables 3 and 4)