Italy's rich soil, especially in the Po region, makes it possible to grow rice, corn, wheat, grapes, olives and tomatoes. Italy uses a majority of these crops, but the country is a major exporter of rice. Continue Reading.
A full-time worker supporting this household alone will have to earn $12.78hourly working 40 hours each weekâor about 70 hours each week at the current $7.25 minimum wageâbefore the household loses eligibility for benefits.
Minimum Wage. Many low-income earners earn minimum wage, which in 2013 is $7.25. A minimum-wage worker who works 40 hours a week earns $290 a week -- $1,160 a month or $13,920 a year.The federal government considers a person who lives alone and earns minimum wage a low-income earner. That same person, if supporting three other people, would fall squarely below the poverty line.ow-income earners can earn at or no more than 199% of the poverty level. For example, if you live alone, the federal government considers you a low-income earner if you earn between $11,490 and $22,865.10 (1.99 x $11,490).