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Determinants of Youth Poverty: A Zip Code Analysis

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  • Misra, Kaustav
  • Debertin, David L.

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Estimation of Gini coefficients for various age groups indicates that Kentucky youth population is at risk. The paper determines the factors affecting youth poverty, employing Zip Code data. Analysis of outcomes provides suggestions for the policymakers to limit youth poverty in Kentucky.

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  • Misra, Kaustav & Debertin, David L., 2007. "Determinants of Youth Poverty: A Zip Code Analysis," 2007 Annual Meeting, February 4-7, 2007, Mobile, Alabama 34899, Southern Agricultural Economics Association.
    • Handle: RePEc:ags:saeasm:34899
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.34899
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