Definition

This indicator represents the number of grandparents acting as the primary caretake for their own grandchildren who under the age of 18. The percentage calculation represents the number of grandparents who are primary caretakers for their grandchildren over the total number of grandparents living in the same household as their grandchildren.

Data Source

U.S. Census Bureau. "Selected Social Characteristics in the United States." American Community Survey, ACS 5-Year Estimates Detailed Tables, Table DP02.

Last Updated

2025-01