Think your state is expensive? New data reveals where Americans face the highest cost-of-living

As Americans continue facing higher prices for everything from housing to groceries, data reveals where they live can make a significant difference in how far their paycheck goes. A new cost-of-living index ranks the states putting the biggest squeeze on household budgets, revealing where everyday expenses are highest across the country. The rankings highlight how dramatically living costs can vary from one state to another. And those differences can shape everything from monthly household budge