CNBC Ranks Tennessee as Worst State to Live in 2026 Due to Social Policies and Crime Rates
A study by CNBC has ranked Tennessee as the worst state to live in for 2026, citing its social policies and high crime rates. The state has enacted laws targeting the LGBTQ+ community and has one of the highest violent crime rates in the country. Other states in the bottom ten include Texas, Indiana, and Georgia, each facing challenges such as healthcare access, minimum wage issues, and inclusiveness. The rankings are based on metrics like crime rates, healthcare, childcare, air quality, and worker rights.