Report: Louisiana Is #1 for Job Stress

Recent research conducted by personal injury attorneys at Premier Law Group has revealed that Louisiana is ranked as the most stressful state for work, receiving a score of 73.8 out of 100.

In contrast, Minnesota is identified as the least stressful state with a score of 32.6.

The study analyzed workplace data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Census Bureau, assessing various factors that contribute to overall working conditions, including average hourly earnings, working hours, injury rates, unemployment rates, commute times, and the availability of remote work.

States with the Highest Workplace Stress

Louisiana tops the list for workplace stress with a score of 73.8. This state records the longest average workweek in the nation, with employees working an average of 36.5 hours per week.

The average hourly wage stands at $28.98, which is 14.3% below the national average. Only 6.2% of workers in Louisiana have the option to telecommute.

Commuters face an average travel time of 26 minutes to reach their workplaces, and the state’s unemployment rate is at 3.9%. Furthermore, Louisiana has a fatal work injury rate of 6.4 per 100,000 workers, which is 32.7% higher than the national average.

Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.