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pat_k

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3. Of those not working, most are disabled, over 65, or caring for others.

Reply to TrollBuster9090 (Original post)

Fri Oct 31, 2025, 08:17 PM

Oct 31

Overall, four in five (79%) SNAP households included either a child, an elderly individual, or a nonelderly individual with a disability. Of those not working, most are disabled, over 65, or caring for others.

Working participants: Nearly half of all Americans who rely on SNAP are working, often in low-paying jobs that do not provide enough income to live on.

In fiscal year (FY) 2023 data:
39% of SNAP participants were children.
20% were elderly (age 60+).
10% were nonelderly individuals with a disability.
7% were full-time caregivers.

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About Half The People Who Receive SNAP are Working At Minimum Wage Jobs. Isn't That True? [View all] TrollBuster9090 Oct 31 OP

I would add... ret5hd Oct 31 #1

Minimum wage should be $30 per hour MichMan Oct 31 #2

More than 30% of American workers earn less than 66% of median income. pat_k Oct 31 #4

+1 leftstreet Oct 31 #6

Of those not working, most are disabled, over 65, or caring for others. pat_k Oct 31 #3

But, but, but.... steaks and BMWs and that lady with fancy nails and hair. haele Oct 31 #5

This message was self-deleted by its author CountAllVotes Oct 31 #7