What is a Poverty Simulation?
46.7 million Americans live in poverty every day, which is almost 15% of our population. Even though North Carolina is experiencing economic growth as measured by more jobs and increased productivity, far too many North Carolinians are being left behind. In 2016, more than 1.5 million North Carolinians faced serious barriers in just paying for the basics such as food, rent, and transportation. Poverty, which means living on less than $24,600 a year for a family of four, touches individuals in every part of our state and every walk of life.