Credit card debt in the U.S. continues to rise, with Americans adding approximately $74 billion to their outstanding balances last year alone, WalletHub's data shows.

While credit cards may be the most common type of debt, the amount Americans owe varies widely. According to the survey, the West has the highest average personal debt at $68,846.50, while the ...

>> Map shows where SAPD found credit card skimmers at more than 2 dozen businesses in 2023. With 51 skimmers found in 2024, the number has nearly doubled.

Why It Matters. Credit card debt in the U.S. continues to rise, with Americans adding approximately $74 billion to their ...

While credit cards may be the most common type of debt, the amount Americans owe varies widely. According to the survey, the ...