The ranking methodology incorporates a combination of average life expectancy at birth, educational attainment measured by the bachelor's degree share, and local poverty rates to determine the least favorable living conditions.
Poverty remains a persistent issue that affects health, social structure, and human rights, with children raised in poverty facing tremendous challenges that can perpetuate the cycle into adulthood.
By identifying the worst counties to live in across the United States, a spotlight is cast on areas struggling with health and education deficits, which are significant social challenges.
Counties such as Perry County, Alabama and Bronx County, New York exemplify the vast disparities in quality of life across different regions, highlighting the need for targeted intervention.
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