In 2003, 14%, 59% and 26% of Hispanic persons age 55 and above lived alone, with a spouse and with other persons, respectively.

In 2003, 31%, 42% and 27% of Black persons age 55 and above lived alone, with a spouse and with other persons, respectively.

In 2003, 24% of White, 31% of Black and 14% of Hispanic persons age 55 and above lived alone.

U.S. Census Bureau. (2005). U.S. Census Bureau, statistical abstract of the United States: 2004-2005. Population. (Section 1, Table 54, p. 49). Washington, DC: U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved July 15, 2005, from http://www.census.gov/prod/www/statistical-abstract-2001_2005.html

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