Key facts
- Virginia has been identified as the U.S. state with the highest income.
- New York, California, and Florida were found to have lower incomes than Virginia.
- A study identified the top 15 states with the highest incomes.
A recent study by WalletHub has identified Virginia as the U.S. state with the highest income, outranking popular assumptions that New York, California, or Florida would hold the top position. The study compiled a list of the 15 states where residents earn the most, with Virginia leading the rankings. This finding challenges common perceptions about which states are the wealthiest based on income levels.