Most of us have crossed paths with a Texan snob or two. But did you know that some states are snobbier than others? A study by Zippia measured four factors to determine the snobbiness of each state: And now, here’s a much-needed disclaimer: We’re fully aware that a person can earn an arts and humanities…
No matter what diet you’re following, junk food, whether sweet or salty, is always in style for many Iowans. How does your favorite pick-me-up snack stack up to the most popular snack in Iowa and across the U.S.? Measuring Snack Cravings Zippia determined the most favorite snack in every state by selecting 45 popular snacks…
Cybercrime is an ever-increasing threat to Americans in all states, but not in equal amounts. Criminals maliciously hack into computers, phones, and other digital devices from across the globe, causing cases of identity theft, data breaches, computer viruses, and more. Based on historical data that NetworkBuildz gathered, residents of these states—including Colorado—are at a higher…
If you know a lot of Californians with debt, data points to you being spot-on. Consumer credit reporting company Experian ran a study shedding light on numerous aspects of personal debt among Americans. For the purposes of their analysis, consumer debt included secured and unsecured debt, such as credit cards, vehicle loans, and mortgages. The…
“America’s middle class shrinking” is a common phrase Americans hear. But is it true? According to Pew Research Center, the number of people 18 years and older in middle-class households shrank by 11% between 1971 and 2021. So, just how much money must you make in Texas to be considered middle class? Defining the Middle…
According to the National Library of Medicine, Americans tend to live shorter lives and grapple with more health issues compared to people in high-income countries. On top of that, people in certain states have an even higher chance of being unhealthy. Forbes used 21 metrics to determine the most and least healthy states in America,…
Being in one’s twenties in Nebraska is a time of trial and error. Mistakes are part of the journey, but experts caution that some missteps can dramatically alter our life’s path in unfavorable ways. Approximately 33% of twenty-somethings spend a portion of their twenties moving to a new residence every year, and they change jobs…
Saying “no” is uncomfortable, but the alternative isn’t better. People may walk all over you if you don’t set boundaries for yourself. So, the next time you don’t want to attend an optional after-work event in New Jersey or babysit your neighbor’s kid, practice declining using these phrases. We analyzed some of the most common…
Restaurants should aim to please their customers. But as many Oklahomans unfortunately know, that’s not the case in every locale. From blasting music so loud that diners can’t hear one another to setting strict table times, people feel that some restaurants fail in customer etiquette. YouGov set out to determine which restaurant behaviors American customers…
Many of us are guilty of believing common myths about poverty, especially if we haven’t experienced it. But here’s one thing to consider, among many others: You might technically be poor, even if you don’t view yourself that way. Britannica Dictionary defines poor as not having enough money to fund basic items that one needs…
