Most Gambling-Addicted States, Where Nevada Ranks
Whether it’s recreational or social gambling, either way, you’re willing to risk something you value in the hope of getting something of even greater value. The personal-finance website WalletHub released its report on 2023’s Most Gambling Addicted States.
In order to call out the states where gambling addiction is most prevalent, they compared the 50 states across several key metrics. The data set ranges from the presence of illegal gambling operations to lottery sales per capita to the share of adults with gambling disorders.
Where does Nevada rank?
According to the report, Nevada made the top of the list for most gambling-addicted states. The state was also number one for most casinos and gaming machines per capita. Meanwhile, Nevada has some of the lowest lottery sales per capita.
The most gambling-addicted states.
Other than Nevada, South Dakota, and Montana were also listed as the most gambling-addicted states. Though they found that South Dakota and Oklahoma have almost as many casinos and gaming machines as the state of Nevada.
The least gambling-addicted states.
When it comes to the least gambling-addicted states, Alaska, Vermont, and Utah were at the bottom of the list. Out of these three states, Utah has the least amount of lottery sales per capita.
Also, the study found that Mississippi and Minnesota share the highest percentage of gambling addicts. States including California, Louisiana, Delaware and Nevada have the most gambling-related arrests.
While the gambling industry made a record $60 billion in revenue last year, U.S. consumers experience over $100 billion per year in total gambling losses annually. Gambling can become a real medical condition known as a gambling disorder.
It affects about 1 to 3 percent of all U.S. adults. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Gambling can stimulate the brain’s reward system much like drugs such as alcohol can, leading to addiction.”
See the full list of 2023’s Most Gambling Addicted States here.
Nevada: Here Are the 10 Highest-Paying Jobs in the State
The current job market is a hot topic, as opportunities are flourishing in a variety of industries, including in Nevada. So, if you’re looking for a new job, what are some of the best careers to get into to ensure financial success, especially if you live in Nevada?
Indeed.com has put together a list of the highest-paying jobs in Nevada. Of course, Indeed is a popular resource for both job seekers and employers, so it makes sense that they would be on top of this topic.
“If you’re interested in pursuing a career path in Nevada that offers a high average salary, you have many options to consider,” Indeed.com states in the article. “The state offers high-paying jobs in many industries, including law enforcement, health care, technology, engineering and business. Exploring these careers can help you find a job that allows you to reach your financial goals.”
While many of these jobs are in the medical field, some are in other disciplines. Even if these specific jobs don’t interest you, seeing this list might spawn an idea to go for a similar gig. Read on for the 10 highest-paying jobs in Nevada right now. Find more information and the full list here.
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