Recent rankings from WalletHub and other reports list Louisiana as the worst state in the U.S., citing poor performance in multiple quality-of-life factors.
Which State Ranks as the Worst?
Louisiana ranks low in:
– Health care: High infant mortality and poor hospital infrastructure.
– Education: One of the lowest high school graduation rates in the U.S.
Factors That Make Louisiana the Worst State
– Economy: High unemployment and low median household income.
– Safety: High crime rates, including violent crime.
Factors That Make Louisiana the Worst State
Mississippi often ranks at the bottom due to:
– The highest rates of obesity and infant mortality.
Mississippi: Another Contender for the Worst
Poor economic stability and high poverty levels.
Mississippi: Another Contender for the Worst
A common phrase, "Thank God for Mississippi," highlights how Mississippi often prevents other low-ranking states from being last.
The “Thank God for Mississippi” Effect
Based on multiple reports, Louisiana is currently ranked as the worst state in America, followed closely by Mississippi.