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West Virginia surprises many by having the lowest income threshold to join the top 1% of earners in the U.S., requiring just $435,302 annually. This figure is significantly lower than other states like Connecticut and California, which demand over a million dollars. The state's low cost of living, affordable housing, and lack of high-paying industries contribute to this low threshold, although it also reflects fewer economic opportunities and challenges for upward mobility.
Source: YAHOO