Approximately what percentage of the United States population falls below the federal poverty line?

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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the poverty rate in the United States was 10.5% in 2019, which equates to approximately 34 million people. However, poverty rates have likely increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic and economic downturn. Therefore, option B, 15%, is the closest estimate to the current poverty rate.

Approximately What Percentage of the United States Population Falls Below