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Census Bureaushared that there are around 28.5 million nonemployer businesses meaning solopreneurs finding successacross the U.S.

Here are the top six states for the solo self-employed tomake money in 2025.

Delaware

Delaware tops the list for solopreneurs looking to make the most money.

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Bergen County leads the state, with nonemployer businesses making an impressive $77,000 on average.

Fairfield County stands out here, where nonemployer businesses pull in an average of $80,000.

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