Table 1.
Comparison of demographics between Bedtime Basics for Babies participation states and the US as a whole (2010 data)
| Characteristic | BBB states (N) | United States (N) |
|---|---|---|
| % population < 5 years of age | 6.0 % (903,927) | 6.5 % (20,137,884) |
| % living below poverty level | 15.0 %a | 14.9 %a |
| % births to mothers with ≤12 years education | 19.0 % (32,434) | 20.0 % (597,375) |
| Median household income | $57,338 | $53,046 |
| % Black | 8.2 % (1,130,209) | 12.6 % (38,929,319) |
| % American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.8 % (110,800) | 0.9 % (2,529,100) |
| % births to mothers who smoked during pregnancy | 10.0 % (22,568) | 9.0 % (236,250) |
| % births that were low birth weight | 8.0 % (13,125) | 8.1 % (325,563) |
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