Self-Sufficiency Report

The Self-Sufficiency Standard for Oregon defines the amount of income necessary to meet the basic needs of Oregon families, differentiated by family type and location. The Standard calculates the costs of six basic needs plus taxes and tax credits. It assumes the full cost of each need, without help from public subsidies (e.g., public housing, Medicaid, or child care assistance) or private/informal assistance (e.g., unpaid babysitting by a relative or friend, food from food banks, or shared housing).

 

Overlooked and Undercounted Report

Ensuring Oregon households reach economic security requires a clear understanding of what “enough” truly means and which households are struggling. This supplemental report sheds light on the “overlooked and undercounted” communities in Oregon. Based on the Oregon Self-Sufficiency Standard, this analysis offers a more accurate picture than the traditional Official Poverty Measure.