These two maps show another challenge that low-income workers typically have – access to jobs. The first map shows the greatest concentrations of low-income jobs – those paying less than $15,000 annually. These jobs are scattered throughout the region. The second map shows where workers who make less than $15,000 annually live. These workers are relatively concentrated in a few areas.

Where Low Income Jobs Are Located (Top 20%)

map - where low income jobs are located (top 20%)

Where Low Income Workers Live (Top 20%)

map - where low income workers live (top 20%)