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8. Santa Ana, California

Although many may view California as a place of infinite sunshine, glitz, and glamour, the reality is that this state accounts for about one-third of the people who receive federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits. In Santa Ana, the median individual incomes of $24,929 fall about $6500 below the federal median. Around 21% of residents live below the poverty line, with some parts of the city experiencing a 39% poverty rate.

  • Change in per capita income: -$5,425
  • Change in median household income: -$11,538
  • Change in population: 176,898
  • Change in poverty rate: 172.31%

These American Cities Are Getting Poorer MattGush / Getty Images

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