Definition

Children in families receiving Temporary Asistance to Needy Families (TANF) benefits. TANF is a federal income-support program that provides cash assistance to qualifying individuals or families with dependent children. Percentages represent the proportion of children ages birth to 18 receiving benefits.

Data Source

Virgin Islands Department of Human Services, Division of Family Assistance

Notes

Data reported for St. Thomas also include St. John.

Last Updated

2024-01