Statistical Overview Of Food Insecurity
In The United States
• USDA has reported a significant increase in the number of American households with hunger. According to the latest data, nearly 13% of U.S. households, 1 in 8 families, struggled with food insecurity in 2022.
• Surging Food Insecurity: Nearly 13% of American households are struggling to meet their nutritional needs, with 17 million families affected.
• Impact of Inflation: The cost of groceries has risen by 20% over the past two years, significantly impacting low-income families.
• Reduction in SNAP Benefits: Cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) earlier this year have worsened the situation, with Propel’s survey indicating a 7% increase in meal skipping among beneficiaries.
• Disproportionate Effect on Vulnerable Groups: Black families and single mother-led households are among the most affected, with over 22% and 33% respectively reporting food insecurity.
- According to the USDA, 10.2 % ( 13.5 million) households were food insecure during 2021.
- 1 in 10 households are dealing with food insecurity.
In The Chicago Metropolitan Areas
- According to Northwestern University economists, one in five households are experiencing food insecurity.
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- One in four families with children are experiencing food insecurity.
