What’s the living wage a family of four needs in every US state?

The amount of money a family of four needs to get by can vary drastically depending on where they live, according to new data analyzed by GoBankingRates.

In Hawaii, the living wage for a family of four is $182,900. In Mississippi it’s only $73,381.

The data used to calculate a “living wage” allowed 50% for necessities, which includes housing, 30% for luxury spending and 20% for savings. READ MORE