There are more than 10 million unfilled positions in the United States, where the unemployment rate is still very low.
Some jurisdictions are having a harder time than others filling positions with workers, which may be advantageous to anyone seeking for a nice side job.
Higher pay and benefits for people with the necessary qualifications could result from less competition and increased demand.
According to WalletHub, these are the 17 states where it's hardest to find work and where you can expect to see increases in pay and benefits.