WalletHub’s report on the best and worst states for working dads in 2025 highlights various factors that impact fathers’ ability to balance work and family life. The analysis considers 22 key indicators, such as workday length, child-care costs, and health metrics.
Top States for Working Dads:
- Massachusetts
- District of Columbia
- Connecticut
- Rhode Island
- New Jersey
- Minnesota
- Wisconsin
- Illinois
- New Hampshire
- Maryland
Bottom States for Working Dads:
- Idaho
- Arkansas
- South Carolina
- Oklahoma
- Alabama
- Nevada
- Louisiana
- Mississippi
- West Virginia
- New Mexico
Notable Comparisons:
- Nebraska boasts the lowest unemployment rate for dads with children aged 0 to 17, significantly lower than West Virginia’s rate.
- Massachusetts leads with the lowest male uninsured rate, contrasting sharply with Texas.
- South Dakota offers the most affordable early child-care costs relative to median family income, while New Mexico has the highest.
- Hawaii has the smallest proportion of men unable to afford doctor visits due to costs, compared to Texas with the highest rate.
These insights aim to assist fathers in making informed decisions about where they might find a supportive environment for balancing their professional and parental responsibilities.
For more detailed rankings and information, visit WalletHub’s full report.
https://wallethub.com/edu/best-and-worst-states-for-working-dads/13458