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
Hiking has surged in popularity, with nearly 60 million Americans hitting the trails in 2022, making it the top outdoor activity in the U.S, according to backpacker.com. This boom has sparked a growing interest in extreme hikes—routes that push physical and mental limits across rugged terrain and severe conditions, from desert canyons to icy peaks. … Read more
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
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States has a grim and persistent problem: gun deaths. Despite a small but notable drop in fatalities for the second consecutive year, nearly 47,000 Americans lost their lives to gun-related injuries in 2023. That’s still one of the highest annual totals on record, and experts say the numbers don’t tell … Read more
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
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
The U.S. job market in 2025 is showing strong growth in key areas, shaped by technology, healthcare needs, and environmental goals. What are the standout jobs? Roles like nurse practitioners are booming due to an aging population, while wind turbine technicians are riding the wave of renewable energy expansion. Tech jobs, such as data scientists, … Read more
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
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
In 2024, the United States witnessed a significant rise in suicide rates, reaching levels not seen since 1941 according to the USN. The age-adjusted suicide rate rose to 14.7 deaths per 100,000 individuals, surpassing the 2022 rate of 14.2. This marks a concerning 30% increase over the past two decades. Notably, the number of suicide … Read more