Poverty levels decreased in Lancaster faster than other Pennsylvania counties
“Poverty rates also varied significantly across demographic and geographic groups in Lancaster County.
Children were disproportionately likely to be in poverty, comprising nearly 32% of all impoverished residents despite being less than a quarter of the population. More than 12% of county residents under 18 were in poverty, the highest of any age group.
β\’The individuals who are most impacted are children,β Philbert said. βThe most pervasive form of poverty is generational poverty.'”