What's The Poverty Level In New York?

The income thresholds to be considered poor in New York have been updated. KEEP READING: Major Change To Social Security Payments In New York Changes AgainWhat Income Is Considered Poor In New YorkThe annual income for a New Yorker to be considered poor puts the struggles many of us face in perspective. Even with public assistance, the amount of annual income to be considered poor is nowhere near enough to live comfortably. The income threshold for a family of four to be considered poor in New York is $2,679.17 per month or $32,150 per year. A New Yorker living at or below the federal poverty level is eligible for a maximum of $292 or $9.73 per day in SNAP benefits.