Worst to Best State Rankings
| Rank ▼ | State | Min Wage | Right-to-Work | Worker Index |
|---|
North Carolina
Category: Worst States for Workers (Oxfam 2026)
Rank #1
Composite Index
10.25
Min Wage
$7.25
Wage Score
12.4
Right-to-Work
Enacted (Yes)
Protections Score
10.2
Rights Score
8.1
Live Policy Reform Simulator
Adjust state legislation
Proposed Statutory Min Wage:
$7.25 / hr
Repeal Right-to-Work Legislation
Restores union security agreements
Mandate State Paid Family Leave
Guarantees worker paid medical/care leave
Simulated Worker Index
10.25
Simulated Rank Outcome
Rank #1 (Worst)