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Paycheck-to-paycheck nation: 1 in 4 US households struggling to stay afloat
The Economic Times· 2025-11-14 22:01
: Millions of Americans are living on the edge, spending nearly all their income just to cover basic necessities like housing, groceries, and utilities, as per a report. A new Bank of America Institute analysis found that 24% of US households in 2025 are living paycheck to paycheck, leaving little room for savings, vacations, or unexpected expenses, as per a CNN report.Nearly 1 in 4 US Households Living Paycheck to Paycheck in 2025The study found that nearly a quarter of households spend over 95% of their ...
Is Living Paycheck to Paycheck Now a Luxury? Experts Weigh In
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-12 14:50
According to a recent survey by Talker Research and DailyPay, 39% of American workers admitted that living paycheck to paycheck would be seen as an improvement to their financial situation. The survey also found that 44% had overdrafted their bank accounts in the prior month and that 38% had less than $1,000 in their bank accounts. Read More: 4 Moves to Make if You Can’t Pay All Your Bills this Month Learn More: 9 Low-Effort Ways To Make Passive Income (You Can Start This Week) These results clearly displ ...