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 Welcome to Anonymous Explorers! our ultimate ranking of all 40 states in the United States, based on their economy, safety, cost of living, schools, quality of life, and of course, my opinion. Only one state can come out on top—will it be yours? Let the games begin!

Number 40: Missouri Missouri is home to several of the most dangerous cities in the U.S., including St. Louis. However, outside these areas, the state is quite underrated with above-average schools, infrastructure, and a variety of free attractions.

Number 39: Nevada The COVID-19 pandemic hit Nevada’s tourism-based economy hard. The state’s unemployment rate remains the highest in the nation, and although the economy is diversifying, the influx of Californians is driving up the cost of living.

Number 38: Arizona Arizona’s beautiful weather and stunning national parks come at a cost. Extreme heat, high pollution levels, and a rising cost of living are major issues. The state’s cookie-cutter housing developments also detract from its charm.

Number 37: Pennsylvania Once a powerhouse of the Rust Belt, Pennsylvania now struggles with poor infrastructure and an economy in decline. However, it remains one of the safest states and offers affordable living in many areas.

Number 36: Michigan Outside of Detroit, Flint, and Lansing, Michigan offers beautiful forests and shorelines. The Upper Peninsula is particularly magical, and the state is quite affordable. However, economic and social issues in major cities weigh heavily.

Number 35: Ohio Ohio has suffered significant job losses over the past few decades. Cities like Cleveland and Dayton have high poverty rates, but the state still offers affordable real estate and a thriving economy in Columbus.

Number 34: Alaska Alaska’s high crime rate, poor schools, and cold climate make it statistically one of the worst states. However, stunning natural beauty and high wages, coupled with financial incentives to live there, make it a unique place to call home.

Number 33: Montana Montana’s breathtaking scenery and decent infrastructure are offset by its high cost of living. Rich West Coasters buying second homes have driven up prices, making it hard for local wages to keep up.

Number 32: Indiana Indiana’s flat terrain and high pollution levels make it less appealing. While it’s not the worst place to live, there are many states that offer a better quality of life.

Number 31: Illinois Despite high outbound migration, Illinois remains fairly average across many metrics. Chicago, while facing challenges, is one of the most affordable big cities in the U.S.

Number 30: Texas Texas is booming with population growth and economic opportunities, particularly in cities. However, rural areas lag significantly in terms of economic opportunity, and the state struggles with healthcare, safety, and environmental issues.

Number 29: California California is plagued by traffic, homelessness, and a high cost of living. Despite these issues, its perfect weather, strong economy, and stunning scenery keep many residents from leaving.

Number 28: Delaware Delaware is often overlooked. While it has nice beaches, the rest of the state is relatively boring. However, it offers a decent quality of life with good air quality and safety.

Number 27: South Dakota South Dakota’s economy is surprisingly diverse and self-reliant. With no state income tax, great infrastructure, and affordability, it’s one of the most fiscally stable states.

Number 26: Oregon Oregon’s natural beauty is undeniable, but the state faces challenges with education, pollution, property crime, and high costs. The constant rain near Portland also detracts from its appeal.

Number 25: Kansas Kansas is the most average state in the country. While it doesn’t excel in any particular area, it also doesn’t fare terribly in any metric, making it a decent place to live.

Number 24: North Dakota North Dakota is flat and cold, making it less attractive to many. However, its oil industry brings good wages, and the cost of living is low.

Number 23: Georgia Georgia has a growing economy, particularly in cities like Atlanta. However, it struggles with healthcare, education, and crime. The state’s overall quality of life is improving.

Number 22: Rhode Island Rhode Island is the smallest state but offers good air quality, safety, healthcare, and a decent economy. It’s the least remarkable New England state, but that’s not a bad thing considering the region’s high standards.

Number 21: Wyoming Wyoming is sparsely populated and lacks major cities. However, it’s tax-friendly, has great schools, low crime, beautiful nature, and is affordable, making it a surprisingly good place to live.

Number 20: New York New York has its detractors, but there’s no place like it. The city is a cultural melting pot, and upstate offers affordability and natural beauty. Despite its flaws, New York remains a top state.

Number 19: New Jersey New Jersey is overshadowed by New York but has many strengths of its own. It boasts high wages, low poverty, excellent healthcare, and education, making it one of the better states to live in.

Number 18: Wisconsin Wisconsin is known for its dairy products and cold weather. Despite the cold, residents enjoy a high quality of life with good healthcare, infrastructure, and low crime.

Number 17: Florida Florida’s great weather and beautiful beaches attract many new residents. It’s affordable, with a fast-growing economy and good schools, making it a desirable place to live.

Number 16: Iowa Iowa offers a fresh start with good wages, low crime, and high affordability. It’s one of the best states to live in for those looking to save money.

Number 15: Connecticut Connecticut is a great place to make money, with high median incomes, excellent schools, healthcare, and low crime. However, there is a significant wealth divide between affluent suburbs and impoverished cities.

Number 14: North Carolina North Carolina’s economy is booming in cities like Raleigh and Charlotte. While rural areas lag behind, the state’s education, outdoor activities, and overall quality of life are excellent.

Number 13: Maine Maine’s stunning natural beauty and safety make it an attractive place to live. It’s one of the safest states, with great people, infrastructure, and schools.

Number 12: Maryland Maryland has the highest median income in the U.S., low poverty rates, and great schools and healthcare. While Baltimore has its challenges, the state overall is one of the best.

Number 11: Virginia Virginia offers a high quality of life with a strong economy, great schools, healthcare, and low crime. It’s a great place for families and professionals alike.

Number 10: Nebraska Nebraska is underrated, offering low unemployment, a strong economy, and high quality of life. It’s affordable and has a good balance of amenities.

Number 9: Hawaii Hawaii’s stunning beauty and strong healthcare system make it an attractive place to live. While it’s expensive, the quality of life and natural beauty are unparalleled.

Number 8: Idaho Idaho is known for its potatoes, but it also offers a great quality of life with low crime, strong economy, and beautiful nature. It’s becoming a popular place for new residents.

Number 7: Vermont Vermont’s charming towns, safety, and quality of life make it one of the best states. It’s great for those looking for a peaceful and beautiful place to live.

Number 6: Colorado Colorado’s booming economy, natural beauty, and high quality of life make it a top state. It’s a great place for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals alike.

Number 5: Massachusetts Massachusetts offers excellent education, healthcare, and a strong economy. It’s one of the best states for quality of life, despite its high cost of living.

Number 4: Utah Utah’s strong economy, safety, and outdoor activities make it a great place to live. It’s affordable and offers a high quality of life.

Number 3: Washington Washington’s economy, natural beauty, and quality of life make it a top state. It’s great for professionals and nature lovers alike.

Number 2: New Hampshire New Hampshire offers low poverty rates, a strong economy, and high quality of life. It’s one of the safest states and has beautiful scenery.

Number 1: Minnesota Minnesota takes the top spot with its strong economy, excellent healthcare, education, and high quality of life. It’s a great place to live, with friendly people and beautiful nature.

 That wraps up our ranking of the 40 states from worst to best. Do you agree with our list? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to like and subscribe for more videos like this!