Americans are richer than ever — and poverty hits an all-time low

Americans are richer than ever — and poverty hits an all-time low — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/americans-are-richer-than-ever-and-poverty-hits-an-all-time-lowContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. US Poverty Hits Record Low as Household Incomes Reach New Highshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/americans-are-richer-than-ever-and-poverty-hits-an-all-time-lowhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/americans-are-richer-than-ever-and-poverty-hits-an-all-time-low#u75525Sat, 19 Sep 2026 01:20:17 +0000The United States poverty rate has dropped to its lowest level on record according to the Census Bureau. American incomes reached a record high last year, with median household income in 2025 surpassing previous peaks recorded both before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. These financial gains include progress for women, who gained ground in income levels. The overall US economy has reached a new record, reflecting a broad increase in wealth across the population.Why it mattersThese shifts indicate a recovery and growth phase following the economic disruptions of the pandemic. Tracking median i