Here’s a number that might make you...WHAT!. The average American borrower has about $35,716 in student debt. That’s a lot of money hanging over people’s heads but there’s some good news: The Trump administration recently confirmed student loan cancellation for some borrowers, which could give people some breathing room.

Where New York Stands

If you live in New York, you know things tend to cost a little more and student loans are no exception. The average borrower here owes around $38,856, putting New York ninth in the country for student debt. That’s almost 10% higher than the national average, which means many New Yorkers will be paying off those college years for a while.

How the U.S. Compares to the Rest of the World

Even with all that debt, the U.S. still ranks second in the wo

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