Shifting gender norms and more inclusive workplace policies have made it easier for the working father to spend more time with their children. While the modern-day dad doesn’t face the same expectation to be the sole breadwinner as before, the state he lives in often helps determine his circumstances.
Variations in state law and a state’s overall economic well-being help determine the situation for working fathers across America, according to a new report by WalletHub. Few states have paternity leave mandates, and other factors, such as the average length of the work day, can significantly impact a father’s level of involvement at home.
