Band 9: The table below shows information about age, average income per person and population below proverty in three states in the USA. Summarise the information selecting and reporting the main features and comparisons where relevant.

The figures for age distribution, income, and poverty levels vary significantly across the three states. Utah has the highest proportion of people under 18, while Florida leads in the percentage of residents over 60. Meanwhile, California stands out for both its high average income and the largest proportion of people living below the poverty line.

Looking at age distribution, 28% of Utah’s population is under 18, a much higher percentage than in California (17%) and Florida (16%). In contrast, Florida has the highest proportion of elderly residents, with 23% aged over 60, followed by California at 13% and Utah at just 8%.

Regarding income, the average annual earnings in California are $23,000, slightly higher than in Florida ($22,000). Utah, however, has a significantly lower average income of $17,000. Despite having the highest income, California also has the largest percentage of people living below the poverty line (16%). In comparison, Utah and Florida have lower poverty rates, at 9% and 12%, respectively.