Utah

Which U.S. States Are the Happiest in 2026?

Key Takeaways:

• Hawaii ranks as America’s happiest state in 2026, scoring 69.5 out of 100, followed by New Jersey and Utah.
• West Virginia ranks last at 31.9, with Louisiana, Arkansas, Alaska, and Kentucky rounding out the bottom five.
• Utah ranks first nationally in both work environment and community and environment, helping it secure third place overall.

Where Americans live can shape their quality of life, from physical and mental health to job satisfaction and community connections.

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Mapped: Smoking Rates by State, From 6% to 20%

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Mapped: The States Most Dependent on Food Stamps

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