Though the United States has a national unemployment rate lower than it has been in the past half century, there are still some states which present a better opportunity for employment than others. For some, relocating can be solely based on where the best job opportunities are found.
If you’re one of the many Americans looking for a fresh start this year, take the time to do the research. Federal laws protect against blatent discrimination from employers, so you can find a job even if you’re weird. Check out a few of the most promising states for a new job in 2019, and make an educated decision on where you might go next.
Colorado
Colorado has a booming job market, and they don’t have enough people to fill the void. The state is still rapidly expanding their job market, especially with the new legalization of marijuana.
You can find a job in nearly every industry in the Centennial State. From tech to customer service, to farming, the state of Colorado has a position for you to fill.
New Hampshire
The national unemployment rate hovers around 3.5 percent right now. The unemployment rate in New Hampshire is only 2.5 percent for 2019. Some of the top employers in the small state include Fidelity Investments and Concord Hospital.
Washington
Tech professionals will find a welcoming home in the workforce of Washington state. Silicon Valley has simply become far too expensive for most people to sustain, and the tech community of Puget Sound is rapidly growing.
Texas
As always, the economy of Texas is booming. The Lone Star State has always had its own way, and now that oil prices are back up, there’s no stopping the Texan economy. If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty doing some hard work, the Texas job force will take care of your financial woes.
Nebraska
Nebraska has an excellent unemployment rate as well at 2.8 percent this year. The workforce of Nebraska is also surprisingly balanced between men and women.
Nevada
Vegas is in a phase of new construction, which means lots of new job opportunities in Nevada. The state added more than 35,000 jobs over the past year, and is expected to continue adding this year. There’s also a Tesla factory just outside of Reno which provides 10,000 job opportunities for the local community.
Utah
Utah added more than 50,000 jobs to their workforce over the past year, and the majority of the expansion was thanks to Wasatch Front. Wasatch Front is Utah’s version of Silicon Valley, and it’s a great place for tech professionals to get their career started.
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