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Poverty

Facts about Native Americans

  • 28.4% The percent of American Indians and Alaska Natives that were in poverty in 2010. For the nation as a whole, the corresponding rate was 15.3 percent.
  • $35,062 The median income of American Indian and Alaska Native households. This compares with $50,046 for the nation as a whole.
  • 29.2% The percentage of American Indians and Alaska Natives who lacked health insurance coverage. For the nation as a whole, the corresponding percentage was 15.5 percent.

For more information, Facts for Features: American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month November 2011

 

 

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