KLASTER ANALIZA SIROMAŠTVA I SOCIJALNE ISKLJUČENOSTI U EVROPSKIM ZEMLJAMA
CLUSTER ANALYSIS OF POVERTY AND SOCIAL EXCLUSION IN EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
Author(s): Dejan Brcanov, Stojanka Dakić, Anja Dacić, Mirko SavićSubject(s): Economy, Sociology, Welfare services, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Fakultet za pravne i poslovne studije dr Latar Vrkatić
Keywords: Poverty; deprivation; social inequality; multivariate analysis; cluster analysis
Summary/Abstract: Poverty and social exclusion are complex issues with serious consequences for both individuals and society. The aim of this paper was to identify groups of countries with similar levels of poverty. For this purpose, cluster analysis was applied, encompassing EU member states and several neighboring countries. Data were obtained from the official Eurostat database, and the level of poverty was measured based on key indicators, such as the at-risk-of-poverty rate, material and social deprivation, as well as low household work intensity. Three main clusters were identified. The results of the analysis clearly indicated the presence of regional disparities in poverty levels, with countries having lower GDP and higher unemployment rates standing out as particularly vulnerable. The results obtained provide insight into the structure of poverty in Europe and can serve as a starting point for future socioeconomic policies aimed at reducing poverty.
Journal: Civitas
- Issue Year: 15/2025
- Issue No: 01
- Page Range: 50-77
- Page Count: 28
- Language: English, Serbian
