Summary
New data from WalletHub ranks 182 U.S. cities based on how well they support people with disabilities. Minneapolis, Minnesota, was identified as the best city due to its excellent healthcare and accessibility features. Juneau, Alaska, ranked as the least favorable city for those with disabilities.
Key Facts
- WalletHub analyzed 182 cities for disability accessibility and quality of life.
- Minneapolis ranked first, with high scores in healthcare and accessible facilities.
- St. Louis, Missouri, placed second, noted for its many doctors and accessible parks.
- Scottsdale, Arizona, was third, with strong state Medicaid support and high incomes.
- Juneau, Alaska, ranked last because of poor quality of life and healthcare for people with disabilities.
- Rankings were based on three main criteria: economy, quality of life, and healthcare.
- 33 specific metrics, such as housing affordability and healthcare costs, were used in the analysis.
- The data was collected from sources like the CDC and U.S. Census Bureau as of August 27, 2025.
