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Michigan ALICE Research Advisory Committee
Brian Pittelko, W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
David Clifford, Eastern Michigan University
David Callejo Perez, Saginaw State Valley University
Huda Fadel, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Kurt Metzger, Data Driven Detroit
Luke Shaefer, University of Michigan
Matt McCauley, Networks Northwest
Neil Carlson, Calvin College
Rene Rosenbaum, Michigan State University
What does the ALICE Report describe?
Household Survival Budget
ALICE Threshold
ALICE Income Assessment
Economic Viability Index
10
ALICE
Lives in all counties
Households below
the ALICE Threshold
Livingston County: 27%
Lake County: 59%
ALICE Threshold by Race/Ethnicity
Source: American Community Survey, 2015, and the ALICE Threshold, 2015
Number of Jobs by Hourly Wage, 2007 to 2015
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Wage Survey – All Industries Combined,
2007 and 2015
Emerging Trends
Could change economic landscape for ALICE
• The Michigan population is aging
• Differences by race and ethnicity persist
• Low-wage jobs are projected to grow faster than higher-wage jobs over the
next decade.
• Technology is changing the workplace, adding some jobs, replacing others,
changing where people work, the hours they work, and skills required
Discussion Questions
• What is your reaction to the ALICE information?
• What, if anything, surprised you?
• What are the primary issues that need to be addressed to ensure a strong
foundation for those families living below the ALICE Threshold?
• What is the role of the community in helping ALICE to thrive?
Business?
Nonprofits?
Individuals?
Government?
Greater Pressure on Health Care and Social Services
Increased Need for
Education Remediation
Lost Work Productivity,
reduced Customer Service
Reduced Economic
Growth
Less Engaged
and Skilled Workforce
Reduced Participation in Neighborhood
and Community Activities
Community
Consequences
Example Solutions for ALICE
• Food Pantry
• Emergency AssistanceShort Term
• MI Bridges & 2-1-1
• Child Care Credits
• Public TransportationMid Term
• Education
• Economic DevelopmentLong Term
Thank You!
Download the ALICE Report:
www.MichiganALICE.org
Watch for the New ALICE Report March 20, 2019