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CNBC ranked Tennessee, Texas, and Arkansas among the worst states to live in, which critics argue contradicts U.S. Census data showing these states lead in population growth.

Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas

Who
CNBC, U.S. Census Bureau
What
CNBC ranked Tennessee, Texas, and Arkansas among the worst states to live in, which critics argue contradicts U.S. Census data showing these states lead in population growth.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:00:57 GMT · 11h 59m ago
Where
Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas ·
Why
Critics dispute CNBC's methodology for ranking states as worst to live in, citing population growth data as evidence of their appeal.
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The criticism highlights a discrepancy between a media ranking and demographic trends, potentially influencing public perception of state livability and economic attractiveness.

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