The Cost of Living in America #infographic

Published by Web Desk Tuesday, September 15, 2015

The cost of living in America continues to increase. Recent reports seem to indicate that the American GDP is increasing as well – but the amount that the average American earns is not. Rising costs and flat-lining incomes mean only one thing: it's becoming harder to afford to live. This infographic is a study of 129 cities across every state in America, comparing the median income to the cost of living. All numbers are compared to the national average, so you can see which cities are more or less expensive to live in for a variety of factors: groceries, utilities, transportation, housing, and more.

The cost of living is calculated using a composite index – meaning that it measures a number of different factors, each individually weighted to create a final score. It includes things like rent, healthcare, and other every day costs. The median income is used to provide the most accurate data for a large city population. Take a look and digest the data for yourself!

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Infographic by: Experian Data Quality

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