(MJP) in Dallas, TEXAS —
The latest research from the United Way of the National Capital Area shows that minimum wage workers in Texas have to put in about 24 hours of work merely to pay for groceries.
The findings of this study shed light on a harsh truth that many Americans face, but which is particularly relevant to the Lone Star State.
To determine the average number of hours worked by state residents to purchase food, the research team looked at median incomes and minimum salaries.
Using up-to-date census data, they computed weekly and annual grocery prices and used personal finance benchmarks to establish the percentage of income that went toward groceries.
This helped them determine the amount of time needed to earn enough money to pay for food and spot any yearly shortfalls.
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To afford food, minimum wage earners in Texas must clock nearly a full day, 23:53 hours, making it the second state in which this is the case.
The highest rank went to Georgia, where minimum-wage employees are required to clock in at 23:56.
Wage earners must put in an average of 7.50 hours per week just to cover food costs, and families experience a $3,444.31 yearly shortfall when compared to the income required to purchase groceries.
The complete study is available at this link.
