ConsumerAffairs
Coverage of ConsumerAffairs in the Nexus archive.
- Americans owe $1.40 for every dollar earned, new analysis finds
The average American earns $45,000 annually but carries $63,000 in debt, with $1.40 owed for every dollar earned. A ConsumerAffairs analysis highlights widespread financial strain, including high delinquency rates in Louisiana (mortgage), Nevada (credit card), and Mississippi (overall payments).
- Americans owe $1.40 for every dollar earned, new analysis finds
The average American earns $45,000 annually but carries $63,000 in debt, resulting in $1.40 owed for every dollar earned. A ConsumerAffairs analysis highlights widespread financial strain, with states like Louisiana, Nevada, and Mississippi showing high rates of mortgage, credit card, and payment delinquencies.
- Americans owe $1.40 for every dollar earned, new analysis finds
The average American earns $45,000 annually but carries $63,000 in debt, resulting in a $1.40 debt per dollar earned. A ConsumerAffairs analysis highlights financial strain, with Louisiana, Nevada, and Mississippi showing high delinquency rates for mortgages, credit cards, and overall debt, respectively.
- California still one of the worst states to move to in the U.S., according to latest report
California is ranked as the third worst state to move to in the U.S. in 2026 by ConsumerAffairs, following New Mexico and Louisiana. The report is part of ConsumerAffairs' guide for 'the best states to move to in 2026.'