These Are America’s Poorest States, Ranked
ByJames
#11: North Carolina
Median income per household: $54, 602
Rate of poverty: 13.6%
North Carolina, known for its swift economic advancement in tech and finance, still faces challenges in maintaining middle-income jobs while low-paying jobs’ wages barely cover living expenses, as reported by CNBC.
Discussions on Reddit, such as TheRealirony’s observation, highlight the minimal difference between wages in low-paying and entry-level tech jobs in North Carolina, with some finding service jobs more lucrative due to tips.