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Tennessee ranked worst state to live, CNBC study finds
Tennessee ranked last among U.S. states for quality of life in CNBC’s 2026 study, scoring 64 out of 100. The study highlighted weaknesses in crime, inclusiveness, and worker protections, citing laws targeting the LGBTQ+ community and high violent crime rates. Despite the low quality of life score, Tennessee ranked 9th in CNBC’s overall business rankings.
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