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.

4. Delaware

Labor Productivity as of 2022: 95.32

Per Capita Real GDP as of 2022: $85,944

Delaware has also experienced low productivity among other less progressive states in the US. In 2022, the state experienced a per capita real GDP of $85,944 and a labor productivity of 95.32 on the labor productivity index which is comparatively lower than the majority of the other states in the country.

3. Nevada  

Labor Productivity as of 2022: 94.28       

Per Capita Real GDP as of 2022: $67,946

Nevada ranks as another least productive state in the United States as evidenced by its low productivity and low per capita GDP in 2022. The state lags behind other progressive US states. The unemployment rate in Nevada is one of the highest in the country.

2. Louisiana  

Labor Productivity as of 2022: 90.62

Per Capita Real GDP as of 2022: $61,310

Louisiana is another state with the least productivity in the US. The state witnessed a decline in worker productivity in 2022 which slowed the economy. It is also deemed one of the least favorable states for doing business. The per capita income is also low while the poverty rate is high which adds to the state’s economic problems.

1. Alaska    

Labor Productivity as of 2022: 87.93

Per Capita Real GDP as of 2022: $86,722

Alaska’s overall economic performance has been poor. The unemployment rate in the state is higher than the national average. Alaska has not been able to overcome the pandemic effect before which it was also recovering from a recession. In 2022, the state recorded a per capita GDP of $86,722 which is also lower as compared to its national counterparts. Hence, Alaska is one of the least productive US states.

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