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10 Poorest States Of The United States In 2023

By, Muhd. Faizan

12/07/2023

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The state has struggled with high unemployment rates, & limited access to quality education, & healthcare.  Poverty Rate - 20.3%. Median Household income - $47,222

Mississippi

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including a decline in coal mining, which was once a significant source of employment. Poverty Rate - 17.9% Median Household income - $52,198.

West Virginia

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The state has struggled with high unemployment rates and low wages. Poverty Rate - 16.7% Household income - $51,073

Louisiana

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The state has a high percentage of families living below the poverty line. Poverty Rate - 15.6% Household income - $50,754

New Mexico

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including a decline in coal mining. Poverty Rate - 15.3% Household income - $56,665.

Kentucky

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including a decline in manufacturing jobs and low wages Poverty Rate - 15.1% Household income - $51,734.

Alabama

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including limited access to quality education and healthcare. Poverty Rate - 14.6% Household income - $53,977.

Arkansas

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including a decline in oil and gas production. Poverty Rate - 14.2% Household income -$56,481.

Oklahoma

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The state has struggled with high unemployment rates and limited access to quality education and healthcare. Poverty Rate - 14.1% Household income -$56,227.

South Carolina

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The state has faced several economic challenges, including a decline in manufacturing jobs and low wages. Poverty Rate - 13.9% Household income -$57,828.

Tennessee