Residents of Mississippi had the lowest average credit score, at 677; those in Minnesota had the highest, at 743.

Discover how average credit scores vary by generation, with a detailed breakdown for Gen Z, millennials, Gen X, baby boomers, and the Silent Generation.

The average FICO credit score across the U.S. has fallen for a second year in a row. The latest statistics from Fair Isaac ...

Credit scores will play a role when it's time to secure a mortgage, and FICO research reveals Americans are maintaining a ...

FICO has released the average credit score in each state. Find out how you compare and what you can do to boost your score.

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Gen Z is facing a "catastrophic" credit situation, as one expert cautions against poor money habits leading to a lifetime of ...

If you’re trying to boost your credit score, Kredit recommends paying your bills on time. Even better? Pay more than the ...

This fall, FICO's new models will track your BNPL payments, so those previously invisible late payments could now hurt your ...

FICO’s analysis reveals how student loan repayment, shifting payment priorities, and generational differences are transforming credit behavior across the U.S. “We created the FICO Score Credit ...

There's no parade or shiny trophy for hitting an 850 credit score. Rather, being in the excellent range unlocks a few extra ...

A strong score usually leads to better loan terms and lower interest rates, whereas a weak score can limit (or even stop) access to all types of credit.