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A ValuePenguin.com study reveals that the United States spent approximately $319.3 million on fireworks, with Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, Alabama, and South Carolina leading in expenditures. Missouri alone spent $51.1 million, representing $8.34 per capita. The study highlights that 96% of fireworks are imported from China. Additionally, July 4th sees a significant surge in firework-related injuries, accounting for 26.2% of annual incidents, with children under 20 being most affected. Experts advise adherence to safety guidelines amidst increased home celebrations due to COVID-19.

A study from ValuePenguin.com reveals that raising children is a significant financial burden for American families, costing an average of $252,072 per child over 18 years. Annually, families spend about $14,000 per child. The most expensive areas include San Francisco and San Jose, where costs range from $297,000 to $330,000 per child. Housing is the largest expense at $3,970 per year, followed by food and childcare. The report highlights that families with multiple children spend less per child but face increased overall costs.

QuoteWizard®, a LendingTree company, released a report analyzing Medicaid benefits amid rising unemployment, which hit 14.7% in April. Key findings indicate that 21% of Americans utilize Medicaid, with New York, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin offering the top programs. Top states' Medicaid expenditure is 65% higher per person than lower-ranked states, and 29% of individuals in Medicaid expansion states gained access through the Affordable Care Act. The study assessed physician fees, total spending per beneficiary, and state funding percentages to rank Medicaid programs.