Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) — Only a small share of working households in Alabama have emergency savings, according to new data shared by Wiregrass United Way.
According to the 2025 State of ALICE Report, just 25% of households below the ALICE threshold have emergency savings, compared to 68% of households above that level.
ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — describing families who earn too much to qualify for most public assistance but still struggle to cover basic living expenses.
The report highlights that many of these households are working full-time but remain financially vulnerable, with even a single unexpected expense having the potential to disrupt their stability.
Wiregrass United Way says it continues to invest in partner agencies across six counties to help provide support for families facing these challenges.
