Debt Relief

With 39,237,836 people — or roughly 12% of the country’s population — California is the most populous state in the United States. California is also one of the most expensive places to live, which is why many Californians struggle financially and need debt relief or financial assistance. The current poverty rate is 12.3%, nearly an […]

Arizona is ranked 15 when it comes to the poverty rate. The state’s current poverty rate is 12.8%, which is slightly higher than the national poverty rate of 11.6%. The median household income, meanwhile, was $61,529 at the last census. This is nearly $10,000 below the national household income. Learn more about your options if

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

Mississippi is home to an estimated 2,949,965 residents, many of whom struggle financially. In fact, poverty rates are amongst the highest in the state at approximately 19.4% — or just over half a million people. The average Mississippian household owes $60,375, an exceedingly high number considering the median household income is just $46,511. If you’re

Home to 2,115,877 people, New Mexico is one of the states with the lowest amount of consumer debt per person. Even so, the average New Mexican household owes $42,868 in things like credit cards, student loans, and mortgage loans. Along with this, the poverty rate is one of the highest in the country at 18.2%.

Home to approximately 4,624,047 people, many Louisiana residents struggle with consumer debt. A recent study found that the state’s estimated poverty rate is 19.6% and that the average Louisiana resident owes about $39,740 in household debt. Considering the average household income is about $50,800 — far below the estimated real median income of $71,186 —

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%,

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

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

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.