Tenth Richest State: Alaska
Median Household Income: $62,100
Unemployment Rate: 6.8%
In the U.S., there are certain places where the American dream can be more easily realized, as those locations rank as the richest states in America.
A number of factors can impact what makes one state richer than another, including strong college graduation rates, a healthy tourism economy, highly skilled workers, and an increase in the availability of employment opportunities.