rural

Abstract: Critical review of literature that examines the factors affecting poverty in rural areas. Focus on studies that explore whether there is a rural effect, that is, whether there is something about rural places avove and beyond demographic characteristics and local economic context that makes poverty more likely in those places. Identify methodological concerns that may limit the validity of conclusions from existing studies that there is a rural effect. Suggestions for research

 poverty;  rural;  research methods;  summary;  public policy;