New Mexico ranks as one of best states for racial equality in civic engagement in 2023

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – WalletHub recently released its study on 2023’s best states for racial equality in civic engagement. New Mexico ranked No. 2 on the list that compared 48 states and the District of Columbia.

WalletHub used five key metrics to determine to determine the list: Share of single-parent households, share of adult population on parole, share of veterans, volunteer rate, voter0turnout rate.

The top five states on the list:

• Arizona
• New Mexico
• Maryland
• Maine
• Delaware

The bottom five states on the list:

• Wisconsin
• Vermont
• Iowa
• South Dakota
• Oregon