The cost of living can vary significantly in the United States depending on where you choose to call home. This map highlights the living wage in each state, which in this case refers to the income needed to support two adults and one child.
The most expensive locales aren’t that surprising—Washington, D.C. tops the list at $67k per year, followed by Hawaii, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York. On the lower end of the spectrum are Kentucky, Arkansas, and West Virginia, where a living wage is around $44k. Follow the link below for an interactive version of the map so you can decide where you might want to settle down and lay some roots.