Definition

Children under age 18 living in households, where in the previous 12 months, there was an uncertainty of having, or an inability to acquire, enough food for all household members because of insufficient money or other resources.

Learn more about the impact of child food insecurity.

Data Source

PRB analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, Food Security Supplement.

Notes

N.A. – Data not available.

Last Updated

2025-03