Massachusetts may offer ideal conditions for jobseekers, according to a new study from WalletHub.
Using data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics and other sources, the finance company ranked states based on criteria like median annual income, commute time and job availability. Strong worker protections and job opportunities rocketed Massachusetts to the top spot.
Not only did the Bay State rank No. 1 in the nation for worker protections like equal pay mandates, pay secrecy, flexible scheduling and protections for pregnant or breastfeeding women or those with no salary history, Massachusetts placed fourth for employment growth and third for job security — meaning job options are growing and residents tend to keep their jobs…