09/23/2026
Where you live can have a HUGE impact on how easy it is to build wealth.
This map ranks every state based on how easy or difficult it is to save money, looking at things like:
• Household income
• Cost of living
• Housing costs
• Debt-to-income ratios
• Property taxes
• Sales + income taxes
And the Midwest shows up STRONG. 👀
North Dakota ranked #1 for ease of saving, while Hawaii came in last. (Voronoi)
It’s a good reminder that your salary is only half the equation.
What you earn matters.
But what it costs to live your life matters just as much.
Especially when you’re thinking about buying a home, relocating, or deciding where you want to build your life.
Where does your state rank? 👇
