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The Best (And Worst) States For Women’s Equality

It’s no secret that women still experience their fair share of unequal treatment in the workforce, and even in society in general, but there are some states that have made…

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It’s no secret that women still experience their fair share of unequal treatment in the workforce, and even in society in general, but there are some states that have made great strides in women’s equality. Well, now a new report reveals which states are doing the best job at just that.

WalletHub has just come out with their list of the Best and Worst States for Women’s Equality, looking at the 50 states based on 17 key indicators. They include the gap between female and male executives, unemployment rates for men and women, income disparity between genders, and more.

At the other end of the spectrum, Utah ranks at the bottom of the list, coming in dead last for education and health, and in the bottom three for workplace environment and political empowerment.

Top Ten States For Women’s Equality

  1. Hawaii
  2. Maine
  3. Nevada
  4. New Mexico
  5. Arizona
  6. Massachusetts
  7. New York
  8. Vermont
  9. Minnesota
  10. California

Ten Worst States For Women’s Equality

  1. Utah
  2. Idaho
  3. Wyoming
  4. Texas
  5. Louisiana
  6. Alabama
  7. Mississippi
  8. Kansas
  9. Ohio
  10. Virginia
LauRen Merola Strager is a former NFL & NBA cheerleader turned radio host. LauRen is a former Miss Pennsylvania USA and is a proud wife and mother of two. She is the owner and chief editor for her fashion and lifestyle Blog “All Of The F-Words” and is a champion for the Autism community. You can read all about LauRen’s thoughts on motherhood, pageant life, and everyday life through her online content.