what is the average credit score?

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1. 655
2. 685
3. In america 675, it is displayed on yahoo's web page daily
4. If you are trying to check your own, just make sure you don't do it very often, and be careful who does it for you. The reason is because every time you get it checked, your score will drop 4-5 points, and multiple times can ruin years of credit building. And the reason to be careful who checks it is because a lot of online companies will sell your information (it's legal. horrible, but legal) to other companies, and before you know it, and without your permission, it could be checked several times, lowering your score anywhere from 50-100 points. It happened to my friend, and it cost him his home loan... So just be smart with the credit you have, and pay off your cards ASAP, and never miss a payment. (also avoid minimum payments at all costs, it could take years). Good luck