This Tampa woman says she has to ‘starve’ herself just to ‘survive’ in the US — why she’s not alone

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Sammy, a server in Tampa, went viral on TikTok for expressing her struggles with the high cost of living in the US. After taxes and other expenses, she is left with only $30,000 per year to cover food, insurance, and other necessities. Sammy's situation is not unique, as a 2024 Pew Research Center study found that over 90% of Americans are concerned about the cost of food and consumer goods. The USDA's latest report on food security revealed that 12.8% of American households experienced food insecurity in 2022. The price of food has increased by 25% between 2019 and 2023. Some TikTokers have been sharing grocery hacks and ways to stretch food until the next paycheck. Relocating to tax-free states like Florida is becoming a common strategy for Americans who want to keep more of their income. Some individuals are even leaving the US altogether in search of a better quality of life and lower cost of living. Adalia Aborisade, a TikToker, moved to Mexico in 2020 and claims to have a better quality of life despite a lower income.

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