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The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults

Women and adults 65 and older face the highest rates as food insecurity, low savings and housing costs strain low-income households.

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Despite lower poverty overall, the rate for seniors has been steadily rising in recent years. A new AARP survey sheds light on how those over 50 are struggling in the crucial time before retirement.

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The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults

Despite lower poverty overall, the rate for seniors has been steadily rising in recent years. A new AARP survey sheds light on how those over 50 are struggling in the crucial time before retirement.

·San Diego, United States
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KPBS broke the news in San Diego, United States on Thursday, September 24, 2026.
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