16 million Argentines are poor and 8% of the country lives below the poverty line

16 million Argentines are poor and 8% of the country lives below the poverty line

The analysis projected by the UCA reveals a significant deterioration in Argentina’s socioeconomic conditions, with poverty and extreme poverty rising due to labor market fragility and the increasing cost of the basic food basket. This scenario highlights the growing vulnerability of households, particularly in specific urban areas and among children, underscoring a substantial gap between real incomes and the cost of essential living expenses. The relevance of this report for open data lies in its transparent methodology, which relies on official microdata from INDEC (National Institute of Statistics and Censuses). This approach enables auditing and understanding of how economic variables directly impact daily life. By disaggregating the data by age, gender, and territory, it demonstrates the power of open data to visualize structural inequalities and generate robust empirical evidence. This democratization of information facilitates public scrutiny and the design of more precise policies, as citizens and academics can cross-reference primary sources with their own models. Ultimately, the use of these open data not only informs about the magnitude of the problem but also promotes accountability and fosters an informed social debate grounded in verifiable and accessible facts.

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