This infographic uses the U.S. Census Bureau data to visualize the poorest zip codes in the entire country. A zip code in Erie, Pennsylvania is the poorest of them all, with a median income of $10,873 and a mean income of $14,780. To put that into perspective, consider that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services states that the federal poverty level for a family of four is $25,100 and for an individual is $12,140!
There are many benefits to outsourcing, but for employees whose job involve key business functions, outsourcing is a practice that allows them to focus on their responsibilities, without worrying about other tasks like back-office support. One of the outsourcing models that you can consider for your business is staff leasing, wherein a company outsources its human resources with the help of a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).
Natural gas is one of the cleanest-burning fossil fuels. Natural gas turbines produce energy with almost 90% efficiency, and with something called ‘cogeneration’ the ‘waste’ heat can be used for either heat, or, in combination with a pre-chiller, for refrigeration. Natural gas is more disaster-resistant than electrical. Most natural gas infrastructure on private or public property is in need of periodic leak checks and maintenance.
Though motorcycles make up just 3% of vehicles on the road, motorcyclists account for 14% of fatal accidents. Motorcycle safety is a big deal. The following infographic shows just how dangerous motorcycles can be when drivers aren’t careful. It takes all of us paying attention — cars, trucks, and motorcyclists all together — to make the roads safe.
Embarking on an iconic road trip could add a few hours to your trip, but it will be well worth it. Surrounding yourself with gorgeous scenery breaks through the clutter in your mind. You may feel powerful emotions, think new thoughts, and even become more in tune with yourself. Awe-inspiring views, historic markers, and even good eats pave the way to wherever you’re going — you just have to know how to find them.
The team at TitleMax.com calculated what the world’s richest people of past would’ve made in today’s dollars. In some cases, it is trillions! Using expert estimates and adjusting for inflation, these are the top earners in the world who have ever lived. You’ve got a long way to go, Jeff Bezos.
Thinking about buying a new boat, or just admiring your neighbors? Have you ever stopped to think about what materials go into the construction of a new boat, and why they’re used? Piedmont Plastics has put together a useful infographic to help us think about how durable, lightweight plastics are used to create today’s sea-faring vessels.
Most garden buildings come under permitted development rights, which means you don’t need planning permission. This is good news if you’re planning to add a shed, summer house, log cabin or home office to your garden. But how do you know if you need planning permission? Check out the following infographic for more details.
We have seen 45 U.S. Presidents to date, some of which were managing their own businesses before taking office as the President of the United States. Hence it’s not a surprise how these Presidents have had some interesting things to say and show about marketing throughout American history. This infographic takes a look at the business life of some U.S. Presidents.
One of the largest cruise ships in the world, Oasis of the Seas, arrived in December 2009 and along with her sister ship, Allure of the Seas (due this year), the team at Iglu Cruise have created the following infographic which looks at how enormous cruise ships are these days and the kind of consumption that takes place on board.
