1. The Best States to Work By: Jamie Morrill and Hannah Hall BUS 115 Prof. Nelson 3/20/13

2. Finding Work After College

3. What to Research  Unemployment rates  Average household income

4. Unemployment Rates

7. Average Household Income

10. Conclusion  States with the highest unemployment rates had a higher household income  Further research is needed for each person’s specific field (see www.bls.gov) www.bls.gov  Finding a “happy medium” is necessary

11. Recommendations Unemployment Rate: 4.9% Average Household Income: $51,618 Unemployment Rate: 4.9% Average Household Income: $52,664 Unemployment Rate: 5.1% Average Household Income: $64,098

12. References http://data.bls.gov/map/MapToolServlet?survey=la http://www.cgpgrey.com/blog/united-states- median-household-income-by-state.html