Table 2 Characteristics of study participants (n = 519)
Characteristics | MHH | FHH | Test of mean difference by sex of household head—p-values |
|---|---|---|---|
Sex of the household head (%) | 82 | 18 | *** |
Age of household head (mean) | 45 years | 46 years | – |
Total household income (mean Malawi Kwacha) | 562,008.55 | 152,272.31 | ** |
Number of years in school (mean for household head | 6 | 4 | *** |
Economic activity (%) | 95 | 72 | *** |
Household size (mean) | 7 | 7 | – |
Plot size (mean) | 1.75hectares | 0.75 hectares | *** |