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Survey: 46% of U.S. Families Couldn't Afford Basics in 2024, 54% Could
A new report shows close to half of American families lacked sufficient income for necessities last year. Prices have continued to rise since then.
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U.S. families could not earn enough to cover basic necessities in 2024, according to a new report released on or before June 10, 2026. The report states that close to half of American families fell short of the income required for necessities during that year.
NPR reported the finding on its Morning Edition program. Stephan Bisaha wrote the story for NPR. The report notes that prices have continued to rise since 2024, with little sign the shortfall has changed.
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