Summary
A report by WalletHub ranked U.S. states based on children's health care. Massachusetts was ranked the best, with Mississippi being ranked the worst. The ranking was based on factors like health access, nutrition, and oral health.
Key Facts
- WalletHub assessed all 50 states and Washington D.C. using 33 measures related to children's health and care.
- Massachusetts had the best overall ranking, due to low rates of uninsured children and strong health outcomes.
- Rhode Island ranked second, with low medical bill payment issues and high vaccination rates.
- Connecticut was third, with the highest number of vaccinated young children and high nutrition scores.
- Vermont and Hawaii completed the top five best states for children's health care.
- Mississippi, Arizona, Alaska, Montana, and Kentucky were the lowest-ranked states.
- The study used data from organizations like the CDC and the U.S. Census Bureau.
- About 94% of children have health insurance, yet families face high costs for pediatric care.
