When Kentuckians think of life expectancy, we often look at it from a nationwide perspective, contrasting our country to others. But did you know that the gap in life expectancy between the state with the highest and that with the lowest is 8.8 years? The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) ran the data, uncovering…
Let’s face it: We’ve all run into a less-than-friendly American or two. Maybe you’d even classify yourself in that category. But it goes beyond individuals; some cities are notorious for having a rude local culture (unfriendly New York City streets, anyone?). But stereotypes aren’t always true, so language learning marketplace Preply ran a study that…
Dumpster diving isn’t just for people who are hungry. The act of scrounging through garbage cans has exploded into a full-blown hobby due to viral videos of folks pulling brand-new merchandise from commercial bins behind stores. But there’s a catch that’s not always in the headlines. Even though the Supreme Court gave the green light…
Returning to civilian life in Iowa involves many changes for veterans. And on top of it all, some find they need (or want) to move. But which cities are best? You likely don’t need us to tell you that some states—and cities within those states—are more veteran-friendly than others. To make it easier to know…
Only a handful of South Dakota residents can boast about an income that’s higher than 99% of their fellow residents. Whether you want to be part of that small group or are a curious bystander, the earnings threshold it takes to be in the top 1% in each state puts the average American income into…
Does it feel like people are moving to Texas in droves, clogging up highways and making wait times longer at grocery stores? If so, you might not be surprised if you see your city on this list of the fastest-growing places in the U.S. U.S. News & World Report determined the fastest-growing places in America…
Most Pennsylvania residents don’t fear that a deadly animal could attack them every time they leave their homes. However, dangerous animals coexist with humans across the United States. These are the states where residents have a relatively higher chance of losing their lives at the mouth of one of them. Pennsylvania makes the list. Can…
Americans relocate to different states for many reasons. But regardless of these reasons, certain states are unquestionably more popular. U.S. News & World Report examined which states attract the most new residents. Can you guess where Arizona falls? Birds of a Feather To find out which states have the most influx of new residents, U.S….
Veterans have access to federal and state benefits for years after their military service. Some of those benefits include affordable housing and education for them and their families. However, certain states are better for veterans than others. Using specific data points, SmartAsset breaks it down and ranks which states are the best and worst for…
Florida has been a favorite vacation spot among Americans for decades. And so, it’s unsurprising that it’s also become one of the hottest places to move. From retirees chasing sunny days to families seeking a better quality of life, many people are heading to the Sunshine State. But what’s driving this big migration? Here are…
