Posted 1/16/2024, 5:43:55 PM
Pandemic Fallout Still Plagues Americans' Finances As Costs Stay High
- 73% of Americans are still financially struggling due to the aftermath of COVID-19
- Living costs remain high, with 44% of working families living paycheck-to-paycheck
- 30% have pulled from emergency savings to cover basic costs, while 45% have no savings
- Top ways to relieve financial stress are lower costs of living, more stimulus checks, and lower inflation
- Despite struggles, average credit scores have increased compared to pre-pandemic levels