5 Most Innovative States in the US

2. California

Per Capita R&D Investment: $4,920.33   

Per Capita Venture Capital Investment: $4,239.55

Tech Related Jobs: 45

California is a major innovation hub in the United States and thereby hosts many high-tech multinational companies. The state’s Silicon Valley is known around the world. The highest portion of the country’s venture capital investment is pursued in California.