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Trends in the Incomes of Never-Married Mothers

Investigators examine the social and economic characteristics of never-married mothers.

Using data from the 1982-2002 Current Population Survey, investigators explore the economics of never-married motherhood to better understand the theoretical link between family structure and economic inequality.

About This Grant

Principal Investigator Nicholas Wolfinger, University Of Utah
Grant Period August 2004 – January 2006
Programs Research Grants
Topics Family & Child Policy
Grant Amount
$61,629.00

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