What Are the Best and Worst States to Start a Business in 2026?

What are the best and worst states to start a business in 2026?

According to the study, the best state to start a business is Florida.

How easy it is to start a business in Nevada compared to other states?

WalletHub says there are many common reasons startups fail, and a "bad location" is one of the top ones. Choosing the right state for a business can then be crucial.

New report lists Indiana as 8th best state to start a new business

WalletHub's 2026 Best and Worst States to Start a Business report ranked Indiana 8th overall, with Florida coming in first and Rhode Island in last.

Study names Utah second-best state to start a business

A WalletHub study released Monday ranked Utah as the second-best state to start a business, citing the ease of obtaining financing and the fifth-largest year-over-year employment growth in the United States.

Florida Ranks #1 for Starting a Business in 2026 as Rhode Island Finishes Last

Newport Buzz Florida Ranks #1 for Starting a Business in 2026 as Rhode Island Finishes Last Starting a business is never easy. Over one-fifth of startups fail within their first year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and nearly half never reach their fifth anniversary. Staying afloat is difficult even in stable economic conditions—and even more so amid elevated inflation and ongoing labor market tightness. Beyond these macroecon…

Map shows best and worst states to start a business

A new study ranked each state to evaluate which offers the most favorable conditions for budding enterprises.