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Poverty Rate Among Children (Ages 0–17)

• Tampa Bay has made steady progress in reducing child poverty, declining from roughly 18% in 2013 to about 12% in 2024.
• Houston, San Antonio, and Miami continue to report the highest levels of child poverty among the comparison metros, generally ranging from 15 to 19% over the past decade. These sustained mid- to upper-teen levels highlight persistent affordability challenges and deeper income disparities that place greater strain on families with children.
• Minneapolis, Denver, Seattle, and Austin consistently maintain the lowest child poverty rates, typically falling between 8 and 14%. These metros operate in the high-single-digit to low-double-digit range, supported by stronger labor markets, higher household incomes, and expanded access to economic and social resources that reduce hardship among families with children.

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Trend Over Time

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Competitive Position Trend

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^{About: This indicator measures the percentage of children under age 18 living in households with incomes below the federal poverty line. Higher child poverty rates can reflect limited household earnings, rising living costs that outpace family income, and broader economic pressures affecting access to stable housing, childcare, healthcare, and educational opportunities. Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 1-Year Estimates, Table B17020: Poverty
Status in the Past 12 Months by Age, 2013–2024.}