Table 4.1: Income definitions and proportion of households receiving assistance
| Household adjusted taxable income | Single | Couple without children | Couple with children | Single parent | % households | % Receiving some assistance | % receiving >100% of expected cost of living impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low (less than) | $30,000 | $45,000 | $60,000 | $60,000 | 34 | 100 | 100 |
| Middle (between) | $30,000-$80,000 | $45,000-$120,000 | $60,000-$150,000 | $60,000-$150,000 | 40 | 97 | 66 |
| High (above) | $80,000 | $120,000 | $150,000 | $150,000 | 26 | 74 | 18 |