Financial Data Library
Verified financial data sourced from official government publications. All data is reviewed and updated at least annually following each tax year and reporting cycle. Use this library to access raw data and find related tools and resources.
Average Salary Data
State-level average annual salaries from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey. Includes mean annual wages across all occupations.
Cost of Living Data
State-level cost of living indices from the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities and the Council for Community and Economic Research. Includes overall index plus category breakdowns for housing, utilities, food, transportation, and healthcare.
Tax Data
State income tax rates and structures including progressive bracket rates, flat tax rates, and no-income-tax states. Property tax data includes effective property tax rates by state.
Mortgage Data
Median home values by state from Zillow Home Value Index. Home affordability metrics including home price-to-income ratios and estimated monthly mortgage payments.
Minimum Wage Data
State minimum wage rates including federal minimum wage states and states with above-federal minimum wages. Updated when states enact new minimum wage legislation.
Property Tax Data
Effective property tax rates by state, calculated as total property taxes paid divided by total home value. Rates vary significantly from under 0.5% to over 2.0%.
Last Updated: June 2026 — Reviewed Against Official Sources
Official Sources
United States calculators use data from the following official government agencies:
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) — Federal tax brackets, standard deductions, and contribution limits.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) — Employment data, wage estimates, and CPI inflation figures.
- US Census Bureau — Demographic data, median income, and housing statistics.
- Social Security Administration (SSA) — Social Security tax rates, benefit formulas, and contribution limits.
- Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) — Housing price index and conforming loan limits.
Methodology
Our calculators use tax brackets, contribution limits, and rates published by the relevant US government agencies. Salary data is sourced from Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) surveys. Mortgage rates reflect national averages and may vary by lender, location, and credit profile. All figures are for educational purposes and should be verified with a qualified professional.
Data Sources
All tax brackets, contribution rates, and economic data used in our calculators are sourced from the official government publications listed above. Rates are updated at least annually to reflect the latest tax year and regulatory changes. Users should verify critical figures with official sources or qualified professionals.
Last updated: June 2026. Information may change; always verify with official sources.