What makes a state happy? And where does Iowa rank among the "happiest" states in the country? Listen to Max & Amy's conversation about the latest WalletHub list of the Happiest States in the U.S.
- They looked at the 50 states across 30 key metrics in areas of emotional and physical well-being, work environment and community and environment.
- Factors include depression rates, income growth, physical health, sleep rates, and more.
- Topping the list this year is Hawaii, which scores a 66.31 out of 100, landing on top for emotional and physical well-being, and in the Top 10 for community and environment.
- Utah, fourth overall, is number one for both work environment and community and environment.
Top Ten Happiest States In The U.S.
- Hawaii
- Maryland
- Minnesota
- Utah
- New Jersey
- Idaho
- California
- Illinois
- Nebraska
- Connecticut
*IOWA is ranked 16th.
(click here for the complete list)