Study finds Florida among most independent states in the nation
Florida is one of the most independent states, according to a study released by WalletHub.
With Independence Day just days away, WalletHub released a report on 2022’s Most Independent States. To determine the most self-sufficient states, the personal finance website compared the 50 states across 39 metrics, which measure how dependent Americans are on the government and other people for finances, their jobs and personal vices.
Florida landed at No. 6 on the list, setting the bar high in several key metrics. The analysis found that Florida boasts the fourth-highest share of federal, state and local government employees. The Sunshine State also netted the 8th best share of jobs supported by ex...
