Latest news with #WestVirginia
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
11 States That Dominate Social Security Benefits
You've probably heard of the Million Miler Club for airline travel. Meet the Million Household Club for Social Security. Check Out: Learn More: Eleven states have more than a million households receiving Social Security benefits, according to the latest data from the Social Security Administration. Those 11 states account for 57% of all of the households receiving Social Security benefits in the nation. While overall population certainly factors into these rankings, the list of most populous states isn't an exact match with the list of states with the most households receiving benefits. That's because the percentages of households receiving benefits vary widely from state to state. For example, the state with the largest number of households receiving help — California — actually has the fourth-lowest percentage of households receiving help (28.1%). Smaller West Virginia has by far the highest percentage of households receiving Social Security (41.2%). But that amounts to only about 300,000 households, only the 35th highest total among the 50 states. Here's a countdown of the Million Household Club, from the least amount of Social Security households to the most. We've also included each state's percentage of households receiving benefits, the average amount received and the annual cost of living. Also see the states that need Social Security the most. Number of households with Social Security income: 3,779,490 % of households with Social Security income: 28.1% Average Social Security income (annual): $23,022 Annual cost of living: $85,413 California's roughly 3.8 million households receiving benefits is more than 600,000 higher than the next highest state, Florida. The Golden State's average single-family home value ($809,893) is second only to Hawaii ($985,731) among the 50 states. Find Out: Also See: Number of households with Social Security income: 3,139,979 % of households with Social Security income: 36.7% Average Social Security income (annual): $24,048 Annual cost of living: $52,244 Known for its large numbers of retirees, Florida is actually second in the nation for percentage of residents age 65 and up. The Sunshine State's figure of 21.1% trails Maine (21.9%). Of Florida's 65+ population, 11.4% live below the poverty line. Florida also has the highest percentage of residents receiving benefits in this list (36.7%). See More: Number of households with Social Security income: 1,170,920 % of households with Social Security income: 29.2% Average Social Security income (annual): $22,934 Annual cost of living: $46,146 Less than 15% of Georgia residents are age 65 or older — the fourth-lowest total in the nation. The Peach State ranks in the middle of the pack for annual median household income (25th, $75,000) and average single-family home value (27th, $331,000). Number of households with Social Security income: 1,453,430 % of households with Social Security income: 29.1% Average Social Security income (annual): $23,429 Annual cost of living: $42,795 The Prairie State has the seventh-highest number of households receiving Social Security benefits. Nearly 10% of Illinois residents age 65 and up live below the poverty line. Number of households with Social Security income: 1,402,046 % of households with Social Security income: 34.7% Average Social Security income (annual): $24,503 Annual cost of living: $39,532 The nation's 10th-most populous state, Michigan ranks 12th lowest in annual cost of living. It ranks 15th in percentage of households receiving Social Security benefits (34.7%). Also Explore: Number of households with Social Security income: 1,085,771 % of households with Social Security income: 31.2% Average Social Security income (annual): $25,318 Annual cost of living: $64,532 New Jersey has the third-highest household median income in the nation ($101,050). Its annual cost-of-living ($64,532) is the country's fifth-highest. About 10% of the state's residents age 65 and older live below the poverty line. Number of households with Social Security income: 2,445,342 % of households with Social Security income: 31.9% Average Social Security income (annual): $23,330 Annual cost of living: $57,166 New York's average annual cost of living (about $57,000) is only the 13th highest in the nation. It depends on which part of the state you live in, of course, with average living costs in Upstate New York only a small fraction of costs in New York City. Number of households with Social Security income: 1,343,673 % of households with Social Security income: 32.1% Average Social Security income (annual): $23,610 Annual cost of living: $46,728 Roughly 17% of North Carolina's 10.6 million residents are age 65 or older. Of that group, a little more than 10 percent live below the poverty line. North Carolina ranks 37th in the country for annual household median income ($70,000). Find More: Number of households with Social Security income: 1,538,984 % of households with Social Security income: 31.9% Average Social Security income (annual): $22,438 Annual cost of living: $39,178 Ohio offers the 10th lowest average annual cost of living in the United States ($39,178). The Buckeye State is middle-of-the-pack when it comes to percentage of residents age 65 and up beneath the poverty line — its figure of 9.5% ranks 24th. Number of households with Social Security income: 1,829,023 % of households with Social Security income: 34.9% Average Social Security income (annual): $23,989 Annual cost of living: $42,196 The Keystone State has the ninth-highest percentage of residents age 65 and up (19.1%). About 9% of those residents find themselves below the poverty line. Number of households with Social Security income: 2,720,364 % of households with Social Security income: 25.3% Average Social Security income (annual): $22,536 Annual cost of living: $43,956 Texas has the fifth-highest percentage of 65-and-up residents living below the poverty line in the nation (11.7%). The Lone Star State's 3.9 million residents age 65+ is third in the U.S., trailing only California and Florida. Methodology: For this study, GOBanking Rates identified each state's total population, population age 65 and over, total households, household median income, households that receive Social Security income, the average Income for households that receive Social Security income, and the percentage of people aged 65 and over who are below the poverty line (all sourced from the U.S. Census 2023 5-year American Community Survey). Cost-of-living indexes were sourced from Sperling's BestPlaces. Using average expenditures for people age 65 and over as sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditure Survey, the average expenditure cost was calculated. The average single-family home value was sourced from the Zillow Home Value Index. By assuming a 10% down payment and using the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate as sourced from the Federal Reserve Economic Data, the average mortgage cost was calculated. Using the average mortgage and average expenditure costs, the average total monthly and annual cost of living was calculated. All data was collected on and is up to date as of May 15, 2025. More From GOBankingRates The 5 Car Brands Named the Least Reliable of 2025 This article originally appeared on 11 States That Dominate Social Security Benefits Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Daily 3, Daily 4 on June 19, 2025
Are you looking to win big? The West Virginia Lottery offers a variety of games if you think it's your lucky day. Lottery players in West Virginia can choose from popular national games like the Powerball and Mega Millions, which are available in the vast majority of states. Other games include Lotto America, Daily 3, Daily 4 and Cash 25. Big lottery wins around the U.S. include a lucky lottery ticketholder in California who won a $1.27 billion Mega Millions jackpot in December 2024. See more big winners here. And if you do end up cashing a jackpot, here's what experts say to do first. Here's a look at Thursday, June 19, 2025 results for each game: 6-1-7 Check Daily 3 payouts and previous drawings here. 4-3-2-9 Check Daily 4 payouts and previous drawings here. 14-16-19-21-22-23 Check Cash 25 payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday. Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday. Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer. Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor. You can send feedback using this form. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: West Virginia Lottery results, winning numbers: Daily 3, Daily 4, more
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Enjoy a free family movie with the Robert C. Byrd Clinic
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) — The Pediatric Team at Robert C. Byrd Clinic announced an event for families at Lewisburg Cinema 8. According to a press release, Free Family Movie Day is set for June 21, 2025 at 1 p.m., and is set to thrill families with the new live-action How to Train Your Dragon. The event will deliver a real cinema experience, in which popcorn and drinks will be provided for attendees. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis for the event, so families are encouraged to arrive early to make sure they get seats. WV Renaissance Festival returns for another year of fun The event is part of an ongoing effort that demonstrates the Robert C. Byrd Clinic's dedication to the health and happiness of kids and their families within the area, the release stated. The movie day is a chance for the community to join together in community spirit and enjoy a cinema experience. For more information, visit the Robert C. Byrd Clinic's Facebook. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Yahoo
Visit Southern West Virginia and The UPS Store to hold 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt on West Virginia Day
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Explorers will have the opportunity to search for a hidden treasure chest while seeing the sights of southern West Virginia with an 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt. According to a press release, a regional treasure hunt, with a $500 cash prize for the person who finds the hidden chest, will be held by Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store on Friday, June 20, 2025, which is also West Virginia Day. Greenbrier River named USA Today's 'Best River for Tubing' in the United States People who participate in the treasure hunt will have the opportunity to find a real treasure chest hidden at an outdoor location in southern West Virginia. The press release stated that clues will be released on the Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store – Beckley's Facebook pages each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to give participants hints to the location of the treasure chest. According to the press release, people who take part in the treasure hunt can tag #visitwv or #almostheaventresurehunt on social media or by submitting photos here. Marshall University researchers ID new prehistoric sea creature: Nearly 40 feet long with 'crushing' teeth The press release stated that the treasure hunt is open to locals and visitors, no matter their ages, and it is free to participate. The event will allow participants to explore trails, public parks, and small towns in the southern part of the Mountain State. According to the press release, no digging will be a part of the treasure hunt, and people are advised to follow park rules. People can follow and take part of the treasure hunt on the Visit Southern West Virginia and UPS Store's Facebook pages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dinosaurs and deep dish cookies roar their way into Raleigh County
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — 'Spare no expense' as cookies and dinosaurs make their way to Raleigh County. According to a post on the I Heart Cookies Facebook page, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 19, 2025, the I Heart Cookies food truck will be at the Lowe's at 1210 North Eisenhower Drive with deep dish cookies and animatronic dinosaurs. Visit Southern West Virginia and The UPS Store to hold 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt on West Virginia Day 'Life finds a way' as a variety of animatronic dinosaurs will be at the event for people to enjoy alongside sweet treats, and the animatronics at the event will include: Two T-Rex Gigantic Triceratops Five Raptors (including 'Blue') Stegosaurus Spinosaurus Two Dimorphodontia Ten-foot T-Rex Baby Triceratops Baby Stygimoloch Baby Allosaurus Baby Raptor According to information on the I Heart Cookies Facebook page and event page, people will need to buy a cookie per person to attend the event, with no age exceptions, and cookies are $5 each or $25 for six cookies. Enjoy a free family movie with the Robert C. Byrd Clinic Those who wish to attend 'must go faster' before the one-day event leaves Raleigh County, and the event will include a fossil dig pit, Raptor Enclosure and dinosaurs for children to sit, play, and take photos on. According to the post and the event page, a free deep dish cookie will be offered to everyone who attends the event, however there are requirements to receive a free cookie. The requirements to get a free cookie at the event can be found on the event's Facebook page, and people can screenshot their RSVP and show it at the checkout to redeem their free deep dish cookie. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
