Some alarming statistics about the well-being of the US economy. The number of Americans with incomes at or below 125 percent of the federal poverty level – the income limit for qualifying for legal aid isexpected to reach an all-time high of 66 million this year.

A household of four: earning 125 percent of the federal poverty level makes about $28,800 a year, according to government reports, as this is shown on the graph as well.

 

Source: Associated Press