How successful is your state compared with others?

But overall, you might not be shocked to learn where your state falls.

Put simply: This is one more map to prove Southern states make less money than others.

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Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week.

This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed.

Go ahead and start now, but be sure to bookmark this post so you could easily return later.

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Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire.

But what can you do if it doesnt?

As GoBankingRates points out, moving to a successful state wont necessarily make you more successful.

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Youre not going to become richer just by leaving Mississippi for Connecticut.

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you’re free to certainly benefit from surrounding yourself with more successful people.

But even thats a stretch.

Weve got some tips for living a rich life without relying on your local community and economy.

Take advantage of the money flowing through other states.

Tons of companies offer work-from-home opportunities here are 125 of them.

Find a company from a more successful state with openings for remote workers.

If you havent worked from home before, you might have a bit of learning curve.

Check outthese 12 blogsto find tips and communities to support your endeavor.

To find remote jobs, followthese six Twitter accountsand these13 job sites.

Also likeThe Penny Hoarder Jobson Facebook to be the first to know about other fun and interesting work-from-home jobs.

If writing isnt your thing, start an online business in another area.

Make crafts tosell on Etsy, buy and resell goods throughFulfillment by Amazonor capitalize on your location andsell foliage!

Read these examples of entrepreneurs who launched withless than $100,only $50and evenzero dollars.

Prefer to stay off the computer?

Heres how you’re free to work for yourself, even if you hate the internet.

Itslike getting a 3% raiseand will help secure your future.

TheClink appwill automatically invest money from your bank account, as little as $1 a day.

If you want to go even lower,try Acorns.

But we hope that doesnt mean youre sacrificing a rich life!

Read abouthow this stay-at-home mother of fourhelps her family live richly on a $36,000-a-year budget.

Because of need-based grants, colleges likePrinceton or Harvard might actually be more affordable than you think.

Dont be afraid to set ambitious goals.

You could also find help paying for a quality education by applying for scholarships.

How are you making your own success there?

Dana Sitar (@danasitar) is a staff writer at The Penny Hoarder.

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