In 2023, Donald Trump made news for missing out on The Forbes 400 list for the second time in three years. The Forbes 400, initiated by Forbes itself, ranks the top 400 wealthiest individuals in America. That said, former president Trump is far from poor; had he had $300 million more to his name when…
A career in law enforcement is no easy task. Police officers face life-threatening situations, scenarios where someone else’s life is in their hands, and criticism from seemingly all sides. However, according to a new WalletHub study, police officers in certain states have it better than others. Whether you’re thinking about becoming a police officer or…
Nearly half the U.S. population held valid passports in 2023. That’s an over 22-fold jump from 1989, when only 7.3 million valid passports were in circulation, equating to a 0.45 increase per capita after accounting for population changes. That said, according to data, residents in some states appear more interested in or able to travel…
According to the National Golf Foundation, over 26 million Americans played at a golf course in 2023. But you can bet your best iron that not all of them had access to plentiful golf courses. Whether you’re planning a vacation or moving to another state, every golf buff knows the importance of having plentiful, high-quality…
Americans collectively owe $16,960,000,000,000 in debt. That’s $16.9 trillion, if all those zeros are making your head spin. It’s no secret that debt affects the mental health of many Americans. But not all of it affects us the same, according to an Innerbody survey. Mental Health’s Role Innerbody.com conducted a survey to assess how different…
Do you know what it takes to be a top 10% earner where you live? The income required to be in the top 10% varies greatly across states, so your guess might be more or less accurate depending on where you live. Find out what it takes to be in the top 10% in your…
The United States isn’t the only country in debt to other nations. China, known for its significant lending, is awaiting repayments from numerous countries. That said, China probably doesn’t hold a grudge against the countries that owe it money. In 2013, it launched the Belt and Road Initiative, inspired by the ancient Silk Road of…
Here’s a fun trivia question for your next get-together: Which letter isn’t in any state name? If you’re like us, you’re mentally singing “Fifty Nifty United States” trying to figure it out. Take a moment (or a musical break) to ponder before scrolling down for the answer. Hint: The letter isn’t in this paragraph. The…
The recent increase in cost of living is taking a toll on many Americans. But if you live in or are considering relocating to one of these most expensive cities in the United States, your bank account might have an even harder time adjusting. U.S. News & World Report gathered data from their personal internal…
Whether you believe pineapple pizza is an abomination or you love the combination, it’s safe to say Americans love a good slice of pizza. But not all of us have access to many different pizza shops. Based on a study by Zippia, these are the 15 states where appeasing your pizza craving is the easiest….
