A new report by GOBankingRates reveals that in the U.S., a family of four needs to earn over $82,000 annually to live comfortably, with the highest living wage required in Hawaii at $259,000. States once considered affordable now require a family to earn over $100,000, with Alaska, New York, California, Massachusetts, and Hawaii being the most expensive states to live in for a family of four. The report analyzes the annual living expenses, including housing, groceries, and healthcare, for each state, highlighting the increasing financial strain on families across the country.
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