It’s Hard to Make Money in Some of These Poorest Cities in the United States

8. Springfield, Missouri

Though Springfield offers beautiful mountain views, most of the population can’t relax enough to enjoy it. The federal government declared that this Missouri city was in severe fiscal distress in 2015, and it hasn’t come out of it yet.

8. Springfield, Missouri

7. Camden, New Jersey

Camden used to be a powerhouse for large companies, such as Campbell’s Soup. Now, it’s impoverished and can’t get any good jobs. Though the state is wealthy, the income in Camden is roughly $50,000 less than in New Jersey.

7. Camden, New Jersey