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WalletHub ranks Florida as the 4th worst state for jobs in a new economic study
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Florida ranked as the 4th worst state for employment opportunities in a new WalletHub study comparing job-market strength across the 50 states. The state specifically ranked the worst nationwide for employment growth, according to the survey's 34 economic indicators.
Read the full story at SNN NewsWhy It Matters
The study highlights economic conditions affecting job seekers in Florida, comparing its employment growth, median income, and commute times against other states.
Key Facts
- Florida was ranked the 4th worst state for jobs in a study conducted by WalletHub.
- The survey compared all 50 states across 34 indicators of job-market strength and economic vitality.
- Florida ranked as the worst state in the country for employment growth.
- Nebraska, North Dakota, and Minnesota were named the top three states for jobs in the survey.
- Nebraska was ranked the best state due to low unemployment, increasing available jobs, and high job retention.
- The WalletHub data set evaluated metrics including employment growth, median annual income, and average commute time.
Who's Mentioned
locationNorth Dakota“Ranked among the top three states for jobs”locationFlorida“Ranked 4th worst state for jobs”OrganizationWalletHub“Conducted the job market study”locationNebraska“Ranked as the best state for jobs”locationMinnesota“Ranked among the top three states for jobs”locationTampa“Dateline location for the news report”PersonChip Lupo“WalletHub Analyst”