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Percentage of Population Below 200% of the Poverty Level

• Since 2013, Tampa Bay has remained in the middle tier among all MSAs, showing moderate improvement in reducing income vulnerability but continued affordability challenges for low- and moderate-income households.
• The share of the population below 200% of the poverty level declined steadily through
  2024, suggesting gradual economic recovery and job market strengthening.
• However, Tampa Bay lags behind high-performing metros such as Austin, Denver, and
  Seattle, which consistently rank among the lowest in poverty exposure, indicating stronger wage growth and affordability balance in those regions.
• Despite progress, Tampa Bay鈥檚 ranking position remains below average, pointing to persistent gaps in wage equity and cost-of-living alignment compared to peer MSAs.

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Competitive Position Trend

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^{About: This indicator measures the proportion of individuals whose income is below 200% of the federal poverty threshold, offering a broader view of households at risk of financial instability. It reflects both income distribution and the cost-of-living burden within each MSA. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS), Table B17002: Ratio of Income to Poverty Level in the Past 12 Months.}