Although Alaska is the biggest state in the United States, its population is rather small at 732,673 people. Many parts of the state are incredibly expensive, though, which leads to many residents struggling financially. Along with Utah, Alaska has one of the highest per capita debt-to-income ratios in the country. The average resident owes $63,920 […]

Home to about 6.177 million people, Maryland is the 22nd fastest-growing state in the U.S.A. (relative to population). But with high growth comes an increased cost of living and the potential for more consumer debt. Around 32% of Marylanders have some kind of debt in collections with a median value of $1,610 per person. Along […]

Idaho’s current population is 1,939,033 and growing. The average personal wage is $47,940, which is about $10,000 lower than the total debt per capita of $58,090. Although it’s one of the more affordable states to call home, many Idaho residents still struggle financially. The state ranks 20th in terms of overall poverty rate at 11.2%, […]

Kansas is home to about 2,937,150 people, making it the 35th least populous state in the country. An estimated 10.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, which is lower than the national poverty rate of 11.6%. The state’s median household income is $64,521 — around $10,000 lower than the national household income. The […]

Approximately 4,240,137 people live in Oregon. On average, Oregonians have a personal income of $59,070 and owe $61,760 in consumer debt (excluding mortgages). The state — affectionately known as The Beaver State — has a poverty rate of 11.4%, the 23rd highest in the U.S. Oregon is known for its striking scenery, recreational activities, and […]

New Jersey, the Garden State, is home to 9,261,699 people. The average New Jerseyan has a personal income of $67,120 and owes $62,350 in consumer debt (not including mortgages). Around 798,262 people live below the federal poverty guidelines — or 9.2% of the state’s population. This is slightly below the national poverty rate of 11.6%. […]

Known for its stunning landscapes and abundance of nature, Montana is home to 1,122,867 people. As picturesque as the state is, many Montana residents still struggle financially. The average personal income is $49,340, whereas the national average is $67,521. Meanwhile, the average debt per capita is $56,662 (excluding mortgages). The state also ranks 31st when […]

An estimated 5,711,471 people live in Minnesota. The cost of living in the state is slightly lower than the national average, and the median household income is $77,706. Yet, many residents still struggle financially. The state’s poverty rate is 9.3% which, while lower than the official national poverty rate of 11.6%, is still significant. The […]

New York is home to 19.84 million people, making it the fourth most populous state in the country. Of those people, approximately 13% live below the federal poverty line, higher than the official poverty rate of 11.6%. Although the average personal income for a New York resident is $70,460, many New Yorkers struggle to make […]

Though Nebraskans’ credit card debt is lower than average, it is still significant. The state’s average of $4,819 lands them at #36 in the U.S., while the average personal loan balance is estimated at $24,901 and has an 8.75% average interest rate. If you’re a Nebraskan struggling with debt, there are resources that can help. […]