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United States - Poverty Rate 1970

Name: United States Poverty Rate 1970
Creator: World Bank
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Poverty headcount ratio at $2.15/day · World Bank

1.00% +0.30pp from 1969 Global rank: 3rd

United States's poverty rate was 1.00% in 1970, increased +0.30pp from 0.70% in 1969. This was the 3rd highest globally.

Global Ranking - 1970▾

Poverty Rate by Country - 1970
Rank	Country	Value	YoY
1st	France	0.00%	-
2nd	United Kingdom	0.20%	0.0%
3rd	United States	1.00%	42.9%

FAQ

What was United States's poverty rate in 1970?▾

United States's poverty rate in 1970 was 1.00%. This ranked 3rd globally.

How did United States's poverty rate change in 1970?▾

United States's poverty rate increased by 42.9% in 1970 compared to 1969.

Which country had the highest poverty rate in 1970?▾

United States had the highest poverty rate in 1970 at 1.00%.

What is the poverty rate of United States in 1970?▾

The poverty rate of United States in 1970 was 1.00%. This ranked 3rd globally.

How does 1970 compare to 1969 for United States's poverty rate?▾

United States's poverty rate went from 0.70% in 1969 to 1.00% in 1970, a 42.9% increase.

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