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Subsistence Income

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Subsistence income refers to the minimum amount of money needed to cover basic necessities such as food, shelter, and clothing.

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