Jaclyn DeJohn, CFP for SmartAsset
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As cost of living increases seem to permanently make their way to important budget items, individuals and families increasingly need more income to support a comfortable lifestyle over the long-term.
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Discover the places in the U.S. where Americans report the highest levels of happiness, based on factors like community, health, income, and quality of life.
Americans have the most student loan debt in these states
Student loan debt burdens vary widely across the U.S. Discover which states carry the highest average debt and what it means for borrowers.
