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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Isabel Keane

The worst state to raise your child in America has been revealed

People have a lot to consider when deciding to have children, including where is best to raise them — and it turns out, some states are better than others, according to a new study.

WalletHub released its 2026 list of the “Best and Worst States to Raise a Family” earlier this month based on 50 key indicators, including affordability, safety, job opportunities, crime rates and quality of schools.

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