U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service
U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service measured household food insecurity through the annual Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement. U.S. Department of Agriculture terminated the supplement in September 2025, making the 2024 report the final release in the series.
American Default tracks 1 indicator from U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service, including Household Food Insecurity Rate. U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service measured household food insecurity through the annual Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement. U.S. Department of Agriculture terminated the supplement in September 2025, making the 2024 report the final release in the series. Data is retained as historical data with updates parked pending a verified replacement source.
Indicators from U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service
| Indicator | Reading | Trend | Frequency | ADI Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Household Food Insecurity Rate | 13.7% Last verified 2024 | Historical | annual | Context |
How We Get This Data
Attribution & Licensing
Data attributed to: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service
Official source: https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/food-nutrition-assistance/food-security-in-the-us
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Frequently Asked Questions
What data does U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service publish?
U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service measured household food insecurity through the annual Current Population Survey Food Security Supplement. U.S. Department of Agriculture terminated the supplement in September 2025, making the 2024 report the final release in the series.
How often is U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service data measured?
U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service data is retained as historical data with updates parked pending a verified replacement source. Observation frequency varies by indicator: annual.
Is U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service data free to use?
Yes. U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service is a public institution and its data is freely available. American Default provides proper attribution per the source's terms of use.
What American Distress Index components use U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service data?
U.S. Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service indicators provide supplementary context for household financial distress tracking but are not directly in the ADI composite calculation.