16 Poorest Metropolitan Cities in America: 2015 List

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14. Jackson, MS

Jackson is both Mississippi’s capital and largest city. Close to 600,000 citizens are earning $44,987 on average which is closest to the national average of around $52,000 (only metro areas), this 16 poorest metropolitan cities in America: 2015 list is going to get. However, unemployment of 6% and a high poverty rate of 22% are hindering Jackson in making the progress. At least, prices aren’t that high in Mississippi, so Jackson’s citizens manage to compensate.

16 Poorest Metropolitan Cities in America: 2015 List

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