Matthew GrayMatthew Gray

I’m Matthew Gray, a researcher and writer focused on community and health statistics. I have a strong interest in demographics, public health, and how data affects everyday life. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, reading, and keeping up with policy changes. I like exploring how numbers tell real stories and can help improve communities. My goal is to present clear and useful insights that people can use to make informed decisions. Through NACH Stats, I work to share important data that matters.

Which US States Have the Lowest Cost of Living in 2025?

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A Stack of One-Dollar Bills Placed Over the Outline of The United States, Representing the Concept of The Lowest Cost of Living in 2025

In 2025, the most affordable U.S. states are largely in the South and Midwest, where overall living expenses are well below the national average (index 100). Below, we profile states with the lowest cost of living – detailing each state’s cost-of-living index, major expense categories (housing, groceries, utilities, healthcare, transportation, taxes), and how these costs impact … Read more

US. Census Bureau Warns of 30% Drop by 2100 with Zero Immigration

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Silhouettes of People Standing in Front of A Digital American Flag, Illustrating the Concept of The Us Population Decline with Zero Immigration

Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Census Bureau has released its latest population projections, offering a glimpse into the nation’s future based on four distinct immigration scenarios: high, low, medium (“main”), and zero-immigration rates. In its main scenario, deemed the most probable by the JEC, the U.S. population is expected to inch upward from its current … Read more

100 Most Common Last Names in North America and US 2025

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Last names reflect ancestry, migration, and cultural influence. A global analysis by NetCredit, national censuses, and linguistic studies, identified the most common surnames in each country. In the U.S., an analysis based on U.S. Census Bureau data ranked Smith, Johnson, and Williams as the three most common surnames. The U.S. has over 150,000 different last … Read more

Projected Population Growth in Texas by 2030 – Demographic Trends and Implications

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The Texas Flag, Representing the Projected Population Growth in Texas by 2030

Texas, the second-most populous state in the United States, is poised for significant demographic transformation by 2030. Based on current projections from reputable sources such as the Texas Demographic Center (TDC), the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, and the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas’s population is expected to reach approximately 32.5 million by 2030, reflecting … Read more

Obesity Rates in the US. (2025) – Regional Disparities and Health Policy Responses

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By 2025, 1 in 5 adults worldwide is projected to have obesity, yet no country is on track to meet the 2025 targets. Low- and middle-income countries are seeing the fastest increases, the highest obesity rates, and the lowest chances of meeting WHO targets. High BMI costs global healthcare systems $990 billion annually, making up … Read more

Why Are Eggs so Expensive in The US 2025 – Whats Driving the Prices

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A Basket of White Eggs, Symbolizing the Rising Costs, as Part of The Topic "Why Are Eggs so Expensive in The US"

Egg prices in the United States have generally followed a steady upward trend since 1980, with occasional spikes due to external shocks like disease outbreaks or rising input costs. Historically, notable surges occurred in 1984 (avian flu), 2008 (feed and fuel costs), and 2015 (H5N2 epidemic), pushing prices temporarily above $2.00 per dozen before settling. … Read more