Single-parent families headed by women account for about ________ of poor families in the United States.

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According to the latest data from the US Census Bureau, single-parent families headed by women account for approximately 50% of poor families in the United States. This is due to a variety of reasons including lower wages for women, lack of affordable childcare, and inadequate government support.

Single-Parent Families Headed by Women Account for About ________ of Poor