When determining whether a family's income is below the official poverty rate, non-cash benefits from the government, such as food stamps, housing and medical benefits, are also included.

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Non-cash benefits like food stamps, housing, and medical benefits are not included when determining if a family's income is below the official poverty rate. The poverty measure is based on cash income only.

When Determining Whether a Family's Income Is Below the Official