The 10 worst states for women – Montana is #6 – Gov. Bullock leading the program to improve equal pay

Based on recently released Census Bureau data, women made up almost half of the workforce last year. Yet, even working full-time and year-round, they were paid only 79 cents for every dollar men made. The wage gap varies considerably between states. Women receive 86 cents for every dollar men make in New York, for example, while in Louisiana, women are paid just 66% of what men earn.

Income inequality is only one of the challenges women face. Across the nation, women are less likely to serve in leadership roles both in the private and public sectors. Health outcomes among female populations also vary considerably between states. Based on 24/7 Wall St.’s analysis, Mississippi is the worst state for women in the nation.

Thomas C. Frohlich, Alexander Kent and Alexander E.M. Hess, 24/7 Wall St.

Full Story: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2014/10/19/24-7-wall-st-worst-states-women/17344861/

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