The 8 Hardest-Working States in the US and the 8 Least Hard-Working States

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The 8 Hardest-Working States in the US and the 8 Least Hard-Working States

Alaska Reflects Long Hours in Demanding Industries

Colorado Balances Growth with High Employment

Mississippi Shows Lower Workforce Participation

Nebraska Shows Consistent Employment Stability

Nevada Reports Fluctuating Employment Patterns

New Mexico Records Shorter Average Workweeks

North Dakota Sets the Pace for Work Ethic

South Dakota Maintains Strong Workforce Engagement

Texas Benefits from Broad Industry Participation

Utah Combines Participation and Productivity

West Virginia Faces Ongoing Employment Barriers

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Across the United States, work habits vary widely from region to region, shaped by industry demands, cultural expectations, and economic opportunity. Some states consistently log longer hours and maintain higher labor force participation, while others show lighter average workloads and shorter workweeks. Using widely reported labor metrics such as average hours worked, employment rates, and workforce engagement, certain states regularly stand out at both ends of the spectrum.
 

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