Our Top States study shows not only which states are winning, but how entire regions compete against one another. We score each state on more than 60 metrics in 10 categories of competitiveness. Look at the results on a map, and you can see which regions are winning…and losing. Roll over the map, zoom and tap to see where your state ranks, and whether your neighbors are pulling their weight.
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Four governors are candidates in the 2020 presidential election. A look at how their state ranked in the CNBC Top States for Business Survey in 2018 provides insight on their job performance in such areas as job growth, public health and education.
The impact of the U.S.-China trade war is greatest in states that export agricultural products, electronics and chemicals directly to China. California has taken the biggest hit followed by Texas, Illinois and Louisiana.
CNBC will release its America's Top States for Business 2019 survey in July. This year's competitive landscape is especially tricky, thanks to issues like a trade war, labor shortages and aging infrastructure.
CNBC unveils its 15th annual America's Top States for Business ranking, scoring all 50 states on 88 measures of competitiveness across 10 broad categories.
CNBC unveils its 14th annual America's Top States for Business ranking, scoring all 50 states on 85 measures of competitiveness across 10 broad categories.
CNBC unveils its 12th annual America's Top States for Business study. See where your state ranks in 2018.
