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The 9 most overworked and underpaid states in America

A study looked at work hours, commute time, weekly median income, and happiness levels to see where workers are suffering the most

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Too many Americans are overworked and underpaid — and in some states, the situation is particularly bleak.

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Eskimoz, a digital acquisition agency, found the states that were the most overworked and underpaid by analyzing work hours, commute time, weekly median income, and happiness levels. It compared across all 50 states to find its results.

“When workers are stuck in a cycle of long hours and low wages, it’s not just their paychecks that suffer—it’s their overall quality of life,” an Eskimoz spokesperson said.

“Addressing this issue requires more than just higher wages; improving work conditions, reducing commute burdens, and increasing job stability are just as critical.”

Continue reading to see which nine states are the most overworked and underpaid.

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#9: Tennessee

#9: Tennessee

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#8: New Mexico

#8: New Mexico

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#7: Indiana

#7: Indiana

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#6: Alabama

#6: Alabama

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#5: Kentucky

#5: Kentucky

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#4: Delaware

#4: Delaware

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#3: West Virginia

#3: West Virginia

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#2: Louisiana

#2: Louisiana

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#1 Mississippi

#1 Mississippi

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