New report ranks Mississippi as the worst state to live in for income and employment in 2024

A new ranking by ProfitDuel highlights the worst states to live in the U.S. for 2024, based on economic factors like income and employment. Mississippi ranks lowest, with the lowest average income and second lowest employment rate. West Virginia follows closely, having the lowest employment rate and low job creation. However, its low job destruction rate prevents it from being the worst overall. The rankings show that states like California and Texas excel in income and job creation but struggle with job stability. The report emphasizes the importance of economic resilience alongside income and job growth.