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How Much Cash Do You Really Need | Huntsville News
New data reveals how much you really need to earn to live comfortably in the U.S. — and it’s more than ever before. Inflation’s bite is still felt, even with decent paychecks, forcing many to chase higher incomes just to cover basics and a little extra. Using the 50-30-20 budget rule and MIT’s living wage research, SmartAsset found that singles need $90K–$100K annually in most states, while families of four require over $200K — with Hawaii topping out at $129K for one person and Massachusetts demanding nearly $330K for a family. Surprisingly, six states saw drops in needed income, including…
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