December 31st, 2018
The Economy
Another year is in the books, and we’re thrilled to present our list of the top 18 visualizations from 2018. Understanding money should be easy, and we aim to make it aesthetically pleasing too. We are humbled by the continued growth of our audience. A big thank you to our readers for a great year, and we wish you all the best in 2019!
December 27th, 2018
Personal Finance
Debt
Are young people better or worse off financially than previous generations? Our new visualization creates a snapshot in time of the financial picture for Millennials, Gen Xers and Baby Boomers as each was entering the workforce.
December 19th, 2018
Personal Finance
The middle class is disappearing in the U.S., and yet everyone seems to think they’re middle class. Our visualization highlights how the size of your household plays a big role in determining your class status.
December 17th, 2018
Business
Factory jobs are on the comeback, but the best manufacturing companies aren’t always profitable. Our visualization breaks down the top 50 American producers across industries, highlighting the ones with the most revenue and highest profit margins.
December 14th, 2018
Personal Finance
Financial security means paying for basic necessities every month without going into debt. Our newest maps reveal how much money single Americans and new parents need to earn to feel economically comfortable in every state.
December 12th, 2018
The Economy
Is wind power the solution to climate change? It turns out that lots of deep red states like Texas and Oklahoma lead the country in terms of wind power generation. Our visualization breaks down a state-by-state ranking.
December 10th, 2018
Personal Finance
A new ranking from Money Magazine compares the 50 best places to live in the U.S. Our visualization cuts through the noise to let you decide the best place depending on what you think is most important, from income to expenses and job growth.
December 6th, 2018
The Economy
Debt
The U.S. economy is built to run on consumption, and consumption is fueled by debt. Our visualization categorizes household debt, making us wonder how much longer it will take until something bursts
December 3rd, 2018
Real Estate
The economy has recovered since the Great Recession, but the housing market remains below its 2007 peak in some states. See how median home prices have changed over the last 10 years where you live.
November 28th, 2018
Business
The largest companies in the world have massive R&D budgets, but not everyone is investing in innovation at the same rate. Our visualization breaks down the top 50 leaders by industry category.