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This visualization is based on the study [[Segregation_Wiki:About| The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research]]. | |||
For the complete network of | For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to: | ||
* | * [https://tinyurl.com/2235lkhw First year of publication] | ||
* | * [https://tinyurl.com/2d8wg5n3 Louvain clusters] | ||
* | * [https://tinyurl.com/223udk5r Betweenness centrality] | ||
* | * [https://tinyurl.com/244d8unz Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Latest revision as of 07:17, 16 October 2024
Date and country of first publication[1][edit | edit source]
2020
United States
Definition[edit | edit source]
Family income segregation refers to the unequal distribution of income levels among different households within a given community or society. This phenomenon leads to a separation of families by income level, resulting in distinct social and economic disparities between them.
Income segregation can manifest in various ways, such as the concentration of lower-income families in specific neighborhoods or the clustering of higher-income families in affluent areas. This segregation can be influenced by factors like housing prices, job opportunities, educational resources, and social networks.
The consequences of family income segregation are significant and multifaceted. They can include limited access to quality education, healthcare, and other essential services for lower-income families. It can also perpetuate a cycle of poverty, as families with limited resources may struggle to escape from disadvantaged neighborhoods. Moreover, income segregation can contribute to social tensions and reinforce existing socio-economic inequalities within a society.
Policies aimed at addressing income segregation often focus on providing affordable housing opportunities, improving educational resources in disadvantaged communities, and implementing targeted social programs to reduce income disparities. The goal is to create more equitable opportunities and bridge the gap between families with different income levels.
See also[edit | edit source]
Related segregation forms[edit | edit source]
Family income segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:
social segregation, income segregation
This visualization is based on the study The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research.
For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:
References[edit | edit source]
Notes[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).
At its current state, this definition has been generated by a Large Language Model (LLM) so far without review by an independent researcher or a member of the curating team of segregation experts that keep the Segregation Wiki online. While we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee its reliability, completeness and timeliness. Please use this content with caution and verify information as needed. Also, feel free to improve on the definition as you see fit, including the use of references and other informational resources. We value your input in enhancing the quality and accuracy of the definitions of segregation forms collectively offered in the Segregation Wiki ©.
Family income segregation appears in the following literature[edit | edit source]
Logan J.R., Foster A., Xu H., Zhang W. (202). Income Segregation: Up or Down, and for Whom?. Demography, 57(5), 1951-1974. Springer.https://doi.org/10.1007/s13524-020-00917-0