Despite the fifth consecutive year of decreasing poverty rates across the U.S., there are still 37 million people—almost 12% of the population—living below the poverty line, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This issue is reflected in some cities in Utah, where one in five people are living in poverty.
The Census Bureau defines poverty as a situation where a family’s total income falls below a certain threshold, meaning that everyone in the family is considered to be living in poverty when this occurs.
Logan: The Poorest City in Utah
Logan, a city in Utah, has been named the poorest city in the state, with 26.8% of its population living below the poverty line. This translates to 12,896 people, of whom 5,810 are employed.
The situation is particularly concerning for children, as 29.4% of those under 18 live in poverty. This means that approximately one in three children in Logan are affected by poverty, highlighting the depth of the issue in the community.
The data emphasizes the need for focused efforts to address poverty and its impacts, particularly for families and children in cities like Logan.
