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mortgage delinquency
Coverage of mortgage delinquency in the Nexus archive.
- Americans owe $1.40 for every dollar earned, new analysis finds
The average American earns $45,000 annually but carries $63,000 in debt, with $1.40 owed for every dollar earned. A ConsumerAffairs analysis highlights widespread financial strain, including high delinquency rates in Louisiana (mortgage), Nevada (credit card), and Mississippi (overall payments).
- Which states have had highest mortgage delinquency growth?
Vermont had the highest mortgage delinquency growth in the U.S., with a 12.32% increase from Q4 2025 to Q1 2026. The state experienced the most significant rise in mortgage defaults during this period.