How can people make a living on 15.00 a hr. Even if it's a couple and that person make 15.00 that's just over 62,000 a yr.
Very frugally. A person making $15/hr qualifies for tons of welfare in many states. If you had to make a mortgage payment or high rent payment, you'd almost certainly need room mates, or to rent out a room or something. It's easier if your house is paid off.
But $15/hr isn't meant to be a living wage. It's a starting wage. Some people however have to try to live on that because they don't have and can't acquire the skills needed for better employment... or can't get better employment due to health issues.