New Jersey State

Upworthy

Public discourse about minimum wage and living wages has been ongoing for years, with people debating whether the government should mandate a minimum hourly pay for workers.  President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the first federal minimum wage law in 1938, setting the lowest wage a worker could be paid at 25 cents per hour. Nearly a century later, the federal minimum wage is $7.25/hr, holding steady since 2009, with people lobbying to raise it to at least $15/hr for over a decade. However, in addition to federal law, each state has its own laws, a handful of which establish a state minimum wage higher than $15, a handful of which don't have a set minimum wage at all and everything in between.Cost of living has also been a hot topic as inflation has squeezed everyone's wallets and certain cities and states have become utterly unaffordable, especially for people in low-wage jobs or who who are just starting out in their careers. So how do minimum wage and cost of living correlate state-by-state? Are there any sweet spots with a high(er) minimum wage and low(er) cost of living? 

6 states where the minimum wage and cost of living offer the best bang for your buck

Wisconsin State

GOBankingRates

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic slammed the U.S. economy hard. Millions of Americans became unemployed, lockdown orders were set in place, and inflation skyrocketed. The cost of everyday essentials...

How Much Rent Costs on Average in the Most Affordable Cities

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A Piece of Travel

Are you finding it hard to keep up with the Joneses? If so, it could be you're earning a lower-than-average salary for your state. Alternatively, perhaps the shiny things in your neighbors' driveways are masking their own financial struggles.

26 Salary Blues? Here's How Much Money You Need To Make To Have an Average Salary in Your State

Massachusetts State

If you're thinking of living on your own, you'll need to make about $45,000 per year in most states just to get by. That's roughly the median income needed to cover basic expenses, according to a new analysis by SmartAsset, which looked at estimates for housing, transportation, health care, taxes and other common expenses, as tracked by the MIT Living Wage calculator.

The salary a single person needs to make ends meet in every U.S. state

Unfortunately, for the majority of American workers, salaries have not been keeping up with rising costs. According to Moneywise, 97% of occupations' salaries have failed to keep up with inflation...

Here’s What Salary the Average American Will Be Earning in 2028

USA TODAY

New York has the most millionaires, with 1 of every 24 people in the city falling under this category; other cities can claim higher concentrations.

These cities have the most millionaires and billionaires in the US: See the map

21Ninety

The traditional timeline of marriage in America has undergone significant changes over the years. According to the United States Census Bureau, the median age for American women to marry in 2022 was 28.6 years old, with men slightly older at 30.5 years old. Just over a decade ago, in 2010, these averages were lower: 26.1… Continue reading The Average Age of Marriage Has Risen in America, Here’s Why

The Average Age of Marriage Has Risen in America, Here’s Why

California State

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Fox Business

Renters and homeowners have had to downsize, tap their retirement savings and delay critical housing repairs to afford the high cost of housing, a recent Nationwide survey said.

Homeowners and renters struggling to afford the high cost of housing: survey

Dallas, TX

Business Insider

The "Million Dollar Listing" agent revealed the top five US cities where home prices are set to spike, from Atlanta to San Diego.

These are the 5 US cities you should buy a home in before you get priced out of the housing market, says 'Million Dollar Listing' real estate investor

Florida State

FinanceBuzz

Don't let your retirement savings fade in the Florida sun. Find out which 12 cities are becoming too expensive for retirees.

12 Florida Cities That Are Getting Too Expensive for Retirees

Mississippi State

Robstown, TX

Southern cities are an attractive place to retire for their warm climates, Southern hospitality and attractions and amenities rooted in natural beauty and historical significance. However, many...

18 Best Southern Cities To Retire on a Budget of $3,000 a Month

In a constantly evolving economic landscape, understanding where you stand in terms of income can be both enlightening and essential for financial planning. As the cost of living continues to...

What is the Median Household Income for the Upper Class in 2024?

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People have different levels of maturity. An individual’s age or upbringing can make them possess certain traits. Yet, most people believe that one matures as they grow old. On the contrary, some zodiac signs appear childish in old age. They are jumpy and careless. This strains their relationships with signs who misunderstand them. Air and fire signs are temperamental and some people refer to them as being childish. How can you identify an immature sign?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Immature

As the academic year draws near, numerous prospective and current college students are wrestling with the decision of which major to choose. Considerations like job prospects, salary potential, quality of life, and work-life balance are likely to influence those who are still undecided. This is based on a survey I...

Which college degrees can land you a job in 2024?

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

Two out of three middle-income families in the U.S. say they are falling behind the cost of living, according to a new survey. Financial services firm Primerica said that many households are choosing to cook more meals at home to avoid "unreasonably high" prices at restaurants. Inflationary aspects are still...

Two-Thirds of Middle-Income Families Say They Can't Keep Up With Rising Costs

Sun City Center, FL

Travel + Leisure

This Florida Town Is the Most Affordable Community for Retirees, According to Realtor.com

New York City, NY

The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Miranda Lambert has released another new song in anticipation of her forthcoming album from her new label, Big Loud. The new song is called “Dammitt Randy” and doubles down on her signature theme of empowerment as a woman liberated about reclaiming independence. Miranda told us about the new...

Miranda Lambert Doubles Down With New Song

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Compare Your Salary to the Median Salary in Your State

If you’ve ever wondered how much your salary compares to the median salary in your state, then there’s some new research out from financial experts that...

Compare Your Salary to the Median Salary in Your State

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