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South Dakota referenced in List of best states for professional caregivers

McKnight’s Senior Living recently posted an article listing the best states for professional caregivers. Three of the five most appealing states for direct caregivers to live in are in the Midwest, as outlined in the article. South Dakota did not make the top 5 best states for professional caregivers but is listed as a standout state for having the highest disposable income percentage at 12.74%, and competitive salaries, but with limited openings.

The rankings were based on six factors

  • average state salary
  • number of available jobs
  • the cost of living
  • disposable income percentage
  • positions per capita
  • total score out of 100

The state’s rounding out the top five are:

  • Connecticut
  • Tennessee
  • Michigan
  • Wisconsin
  • Minnesota

To read the full version of the article, visit Minnesota tops list of best states for professional caregivers – McKnight’s Senior Living

McKnight’s Senior Living is a national media brand providing news, perspective and analysis for owners, operators and other leaders of seniors housing, independent living, assisted living, memory care and continuing care retirement / life plan communities. Home – McKnight’s Senior Living

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