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|   Although poverty rates in New York have exceeded the national average, they have followed similar trends. Download graph (in pdf)   A comparison of select U.S. cities shows that the vast majority have poverty rates above the national average. Download graph (in pdf)  Within New York City, poverty is concentrated geographically. There are 248 census tracts classified as in "extreme poverty" in which more than 40% of the population lives below the poverty line. Download graph (in pdf)  The share of working individuals that do not earn enough to move above the poverty line continues to grow. Download graph (in pdf)  A lack of education and skills, including limited English, and an inability to access training prevents many working poor from securing permanent well-paid jobs with growth potential. Download graph (in pdf)  Children under 5 represent over 12% of New Yorkers living in poverty. Download graph (in pdf) |  |
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