Hawaii is America's Happiest State in 2024 🌴

What We’re Showing

This graphic shows happiness levels by U.S. state in 2024, based on data from WalletHub.

Methodology

Each state was scored on a scale of 100, based on 30 metrics including:

• Life expectancy
• Number of hours worked
• Social well-being
• Ideal weather
• Economic security

Key Takeaways

• Hawaii ranks first overall in the nation across several key metrics including life expectancy rates, life satisfaction, and adult depression.
• Following next is Maryland, with the highest share of residents earning more than $75,000 per year and an unemployment rate of 2.9%—the lowest across all states.
• Louisiana is the least happy state in 2024, ranking 45th in the country for number of hours worked and 50th in safety.