Map Reveals America’s Happiest—and Least Happy—States
Summary
A WalletHub study ranked all 50 U.S. states on happiness based on health, work, and community factors. Hawaii, New Jersey, and Utah were among the happiest, while West Virginia and Louisiana ranked lowest. Experts say happiness in these states relates to security, connection, and access to resources like healthcare and nature.Key Facts
- WalletHub compared states using 30 measures including work hours, commute times, economic security, and health indicators.
- The 10 happiest states include Hawaii, New Jersey, Utah, Idaho, Maryland, Nebraska, Connecticut, Minnesota, California, and New Hampshire.
- The least happy states are West Virginia, Louisiana, Arkansas, Alaska, and Kentucky.
- Experts link happiness to feeling safe, having good jobs, healthcare, schools, and strong social connections.
- Access to nature and stable local economies also support happiness by reducing stress and increasing positive feelings.
- In 2025, 30% of U.S. workers reported high burnout; many Americans now focus on well-being and aging healthily.
- Happiness rankings provide useful data but may not reflect personal experiences, as people value factors differently.
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