The official poverty counts tend to overestimate poverty in America.

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Official poverty counts are based on a set of income thresholds that determine if a household's income falls below the poverty line. While they may have limitations and criticisms, they are designed to capture those who may be struggling financially. Underestimating poverty would have serious negative consequences and would not accurately capture the extent of need in the country.

The Official Poverty Counts Tend to Overestimate Poverty in America