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Saturday, May 29, 2010

Living Wage for Prince George's County

To live with basic security, food and comfort an adult living in Prince George's County must make about $12.34 per hour. This translates to an income of $25,000 per year. However, this would not allow one to buy a home or to take much in the way of a vacation. It's a bare minimum. Used Car, maybe a Ford Escort. 
Hourly WagesOne AdultOne Adult, One ChildTwo AdultsTwo Adults, One ChildTwo Adults, Two Children
Living Wage$12.34$21.12$17.31$26.12$33.02
Poverty Wage$5.04$6.68$6.49$7.81$9.83
Minimum Wage$7.25$7.25$7.25$7.25$7.25

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