5 Least Productive States in the US

In this article, we will take a look at the 5 least productive states in the US. If you wish to see our detailed analysis, you can go to 20 Least Productive States in the US.

5. Mississippi 

Labor Productivity as of 2022: 98.12

Per Capita Real GDP as of 2022: $47,189

Mississippi ranks as one of the 20 least productive states in the US. In 2022, the per capita real GDP was as low as $47,189 in the state. The economic output per hour of labor also represented by labor productivity also dropped in the state in 2022 thereby adding to its weak economic performance.