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University of Michigan: About 4 in 10 Michiganders Struggle to Afford Basic Needs, Same as Last Year
August 05, 2026
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Aug. 5 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:

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About 4 in 10 Michiganders struggle to afford basic needs, same as last year

Written By: Lauren Slagter

Nearly 40% of Michiganders are struggling to afford basic needs, according to a new analysis from Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan.

The finding is virtually unchanged from last year. This includes about 13% of residents whose . . .

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