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Statistics on children, youth and families in Nevada from the Annie E. Casey Foundation and the Children's Advocacy Alliance
Children Under 6 Living Below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level in Nevada
Children Under 6 Living Below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level
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Why This Indicator Matters
Tracks the share of young children living in households below twice the federal poverty threshold. It provides context for affordability challenges and the need for accessible early childhood supports.
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Definition and Source
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Definition
Percentage of children under age 6 living below 200% of the federal poverty level (2024).
Data Source
U.S. Census Bureau. "Age by Ratio of Income to Poverty Level in the Past 12 Months." American Community Survey, ACS 1-Year Estimates Detailed Tables, Table B17024, https://data.census.gov/table/ACSDT1Y2024.B17024?q=B17024:+Age+by+Ratio+of+Income+to+Poverty+Level+in+the+Past+12+Months&g=010XX00US_040XX00US32,32$0500000. Accessed on 28 Jun 2026.
Notes
Unit: 38.5, per 100
Estimates were calculated by summing ACS income-to-poverty ratio categories below 2.00 for children under age 6. Percentages were calculated using the total population under age 6.
Estimates were calculated by summing ACS income-to-poverty ratio categories below 2.00 for children under age 6. Percentages were calculated using the total population under age 6.
Last Updated
October 2026