These 10 states are America's worst economies, leaving populations at risk - Elbo Room Bistro These 10 states are America's worst economies, leaving populations at risk - Elbo Room Bistro

These 10 states are America's worst economies, leaving populations at risk

West Virginia has experienced economic struggles due to factors such as a declining coal industry, population decline, and high poverty rates.

West Virginia

Mississippi faces economic challenges, including high poverty rates, limited job opportunities, and a lower overall GDP compared to many other states.

Mississippi

Louisiana has faced economic difficulties due to factors such as vulnerability to natural disasters, declining oil and gas industries, and high poverty rates.

Louisiana

 Alaska has been impacted by the decline in oil prices, which heavily affects its economy. The state has faced budget deficits and reductions in government spending.

Alaska

New Mexico has faced economic challenges, including high poverty rates, limited job opportunities, and dependence on federal government spending.

New Mexico

Kentucky has struggled with economic issues such as high poverty rates, limited job growth, and the decline of certain industries like coal mining.

Kentucky

Arkansas faces economic challenges, including lower median household incomes, limited job opportunities, and higher poverty rates compared to the national average.

Arkansas

Alabama has experienced economic difficulties, including lower median household incomes, higher poverty rates, and limited job opportunities in certain areas.

Alabama

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