Our state has a diverse and dynamic economy. Yet, a large share of Californians live in poverty, wages for the typical worker have been stagnant over the past generation, and there is a widening gap between the wealthiest Californians and households with low incomes. Through our analyses of employment, incomes, and overall economic security, the Budget Center seeks to shed light on state and regional trends while highlighting potential policy approaches for helping Californians with low and middle incomes be able to work, live and provide for their families in our communities.
Featured Resources
Fact Sheet
The Expiration of Proposition 30’s Tax Increases Would Leave a Permanent Gap in State Revenues
Blog
Policy Insights 2016: Workshop Will Discuss State and Local Minimum Wage Campaigns
Fact Sheet
CalWORKs Grants Fall Short of Covering Housing Costs
Report
The Growth of Top Incomes Across California
Blog
Policy Insights 2016: Conference Workshop Will Discuss Promising Ways to Invest in Our Children’s Future
Blog
How Much Would a Higher Minimum Wage Cost the State?
Data Hit
The California and Federal EITCs Could Significantly Boost the Incomes of Working Families With Children
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