Texas has been recognized as one of the top 10 hardest-working states in the United States, according to a recent study by WalletHub. The Lone Star State secured the 7th position in the rankings, which assessed various factors including average workweek hours, employment rates, and average leisure time per day.
The study placed significant emphasis on the number of hours worked weekly and employment rates as the primary criteria for determining the hardest-working states. Research indicated that while employees in Alaska logged the most hours each week, Texas closely followed, sharing the second spot with Louisiana.
In addition to hours worked, the analysis included metrics such as annual volunteer hours per resident and the idle youth rate, which accounts for individuals aged 18 to 24 who are neither in school nor employed and lack experience beyond high school.
Top Rankings
South Dakota emerged as the “hardest-working state” in the nation, with 6.5% of its workforce holding multiple jobs and boasting the highest employment rate in the country. Following South Dakota, North Dakota claimed the second spot, while Alaska, Hawaii, and Wyoming rounded out the top five. Nebraska, Texas, New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Georgia also made the list of the hardest-working states.
Conversely, Michigan was identified as the least hard-working state, landing at the bottom of the rankings.
Expert Insights
Chip Lupo, an analyst at WalletHub, commented on the findings, stating, “It’s undeniable that America has fostered a culture of hard work, with people working longer hours than residents of other developed countries and often leaving vacation time on the table. While working hard is commendable, individuals in the hardest-working states should consider taking breaks occasionally, as a lack of leisure time can adversely affect physical and mental health.”
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