Being aware of your credit score is an essential part of modern financial wellness, and it also helps to know how you compare to others in the U.S. and in your state.

Explore average credit scores among U.S. racial groups and discover factors creating disparities. Learn why some groups face ...

Only 1.76% of Americans have a perfect 850 FICO® Score in 2025. Here's who they are, what they do differently, and why ...

According to a report from TransUnion, delinquencies among renters doubled after the resumption in student loan collections.

FICO’s inaugural Credit Insights report shows U.S. credit scores dipping as inflation and student loan payments weigh on consumers. Gen Z faces the steepest declines, with student loan debt driving ...

The average U.S. credit score slipped nationwide, largely due to the resumption of federal student loan delinquency reporting on U.S. consumers’ credit reports, according to FICO. The scoring agency ...

The growing debt load carried by U.S. consumers is ringing alarm bells from Main Street to Wall Street. Data released this week by WalletHub paints a sobering picture of American credit health, with ...

Drivers with good credit pay about 43% less for car insurance compared to people with poor credit. Stronger credit can help you qualify for lower security deposits and better rental terms. Premium ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

A zero balance credit card can impact your credit score, and here’s why. (iStock) Too many financial consumers don’t understand their credit scores, and that’s a scenario that can lead to negative ...