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San Antonio, Houston rank first and third-highest poverty rates

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“Of the top 25 most populous metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) in the U.S., San Antonio surpassed Detroit in having the highest percentage of people living in poverty, according to U.S. Census data. Houston ranked third highest.

The U.S. Census Bureau releases state- and local-level data on poverty, income, health insurance, and 40 other categories annually through its American Community Survey. The most recent report is based on 2018 figures”

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