Poverty Rates Drop Among Texas Minorities

In a state of worldwide economic recovery, Texas minorities are recording positive figures regarding their financial stability. The income increase of around 10% is due to government stimulus during the pandemic. As an effect, the income inequality rate dropped, feeding the hope that we can close the wage gap and ensure decent incomes for all Texas residents. The national figure was an example of a better life for the citizens struggling with poor household incomes.

The US qualifies as poverty a typical case when four families have a yearly income below $26,000. Child poverty rates are the most alarming figures. Millions of underprivileged Texans who received financial aid will sadly not reach this level of economic improvement any time soon. To achieve a value closer to higher median household incomes, we need to invest in employment. Finding well-paid jobs is the only sustainable way for residents to maintain a decent living standard.

When speaking about the most affected minorities, authorities mainly refer to the two most numerous groups – black and Hispanic households. Out of these, single mothers with underage children are the most at-risk and requiring help. The government stimulus improved their median household income, thus reducing the poverty level in the entire state. However, the poverty rate is expected to be on the rise again once the financial support expires. It’s up to the federal government to help future generations have better living conditions. An essential step in raising the median earnings of minorities is helping them stay employed and manage debt.

Biden proposed a plan to support low-income families cope with their financial difficulties and assist them in getting health insurance and better-paid jobs. The broader goal is to reduce the racial disparity on account of poverty and eradicate the underlying causes. In the upcoming years, government authorities will focus on women with children in need of financial assistance, which should get the median household incomes increased. The next challenge on the list will be to maintain the numbers in a position where the average American has a decent level of life, regardless of race.