Rural Mothers More Likely To Work, But At Lower Wages
A new study by the Carsey Institute shows that rural mothers with children under age 6 have higher employment rates than their urban counterparts, but have higher poverty rates, lower wages, and lower family income. www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu/092407ruralmoms.htmJoin Us!
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