What state is most unpopular?

There's no single "most unpopular" state, as it depends on the metric, but Illinois often tops "hated" lists (like World Population Review's 2025) based on resident perception, other states' dislike, and population decline, while Louisiana ranks as the "worst" state to live in for 2025 by some rankings, and Washington D.C. is often cited as the least liked area in general polls. Other states frequently mentioned as unpopular include New Jersey, New York, West Virginia, and California.

What is the most disliked state in the United States?

There's no single "most hated" state, as it varies by opinion and survey, but studies often point to Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and California as frequently disliked, with Illinois topping some lists based on residents' opinions and other states naming it as a "worst". Conversely, states like Utah, Montana, Idaho, and Minnesota are often cited as the least disliked or most favored, with Hawaii often topping favorability polls.
 

What is the least popular US state?

The least popular state in the U.S. by population is Wyoming, consistently ranking last with around 580,000 to 590,000 residents, followed by Vermont, Alaska, and North Dakota as other least populated states, known for vast open spaces and lower population density.
 

What is the most unknown state?

There's no single "most unknown" state, but Missouri is often cited as the most forgotten in memory quizzes, while North Dakota, Nebraska, and Wyoming are frequently named as least visited or underrated due to their low populations and "flyover" status, despite having unique attractions. The choice depends on whether you mean forgotten in quizzes (Missouri), least popular with tourists (North Dakota), or generally overlooked (Wyoming, Nebraska, etc.). 

What is the least interesting state?

There's no single "least interesting" state, as it's subjective, but surveys and opinions often point to West Virginia, Mississippi, Delaware, and North Dakota as having fewer entertainment/recreation options by some metrics, while states like Kansas, Nebraska, and Idaho are sometimes cited as less engaging for driving due to flatness or remoteness, though all states offer unique spots. 

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• Nebraska. #5 in Best States Overall. ...
• Florida. #6 in Best States Overall. ...
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• South Dakota. #8 in Best States Overall.

What is the unhappiest state in the US?

Based on recent studies, particularly WalletHub's 2025 analysis, Louisiana and West Virginia consistently rank as the unhappiest states, often swapping the bottom spots, with Louisiana frequently cited as the absolute least happy due to factors like high depression rates, long work hours, low sleep quality, and high divorce rates, while West Virginia struggles with high adult depression and poor sleep. Other states often in the bottom ranks include Arkansas, Alabama, and Tennessee. 

What's the least visited state?

Alaska consistently ranks as the least-visited U.S. state by domestic tourists, often followed by North Dakota, due to perceptions of remoteness, cold, and complex travel, despite its vast wilderness, wildlife, and unique experiences. Other states frequently cited among the least visited include Nebraska, Idaho, Montana, and West Virginia, often considered "flyover" states or overshadowed by neighbors.
 

What is the most feared state in the US?

The most dangerous states in the USA are typically identified by their violent crime and property crime rates. Alabama, New Mexico, and Louisiana often rank high on lists due to elevated rates of violent crime. These rankings can vary year to year depending on updated FBI or BJS data.

What is the hardest U.S. state to live in?

These states are America's worst for quality of life in 2025:

• Arkansas.
• Alabama.
• Georgia.
• Louisiana.
• Utah.
• Indiana.
• Texas.
• Tennessee.

What is the kindest state in America?

There's no single "friendliest" state, as it depends on the study, but Minnesota often tops lists for its "Minnesota Nice" politeness, while Tennessee, South Carolina, Texas, and Wyoming consistently rank high, often due to Southern hospitality or sparse populations. Other states like Hawaii, New Jersey, and California are also noted as welcoming, particularly for visitors, but some data suggests Midwestern/Southern states excel in general warmth. 

Which U.S. state is the least white?

The state with the lowest percentage of white people is Hawaii, where non-whites make up a majority, followed by California, New Mexico, Texas, and Nevada, which also have majority-minority populations. While Hawaii has the lowest proportion, the District of Columbia also has a very low percentage, with other states like Maryland and Mississippi having significantly lower white populations compared to the national average.
 

What is the most loved state in America?

While "most loved" is subjective, polls consistently show Hawaii as a top contender for favorability, often leading in overall positive views, net favorability, and as a favorite destination, alongside strong showings from Colorado, Alaska, and North Carolina. Americans also frequently name states like Florida, California, New York, and Texas as favorites in head-to-head polls, but Hawaii consistently ranks highest for broad appeal and positive perception.
 

What is the lowest rated state?

There isn't one single "worst" state, as rankings vary by metric (health, economy, crime), but recent 2025 studies frequently place New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas at the bottom for overall quality of life, education, and high crime rates, with New Mexico often cited as the lowest due to poor K-12 performance and high poverty/crime. Mississippi and West Virginia also consistently appear in the lowest tiers for various factors like infrastructure and health. 

What is the world's unfriendliest city?

There's no single "unfriendliest city," as it depends on surveys and perspectives, but Munich, Germany frequently tops recent expat surveys for local unfriendliness, while older surveys often named Newark, USA, and Moscow, Russia, and Paris, France, have also appeared high on lists for tourist unfriendliness. Perceptions vary, with German cities often cited for difficulty in making local friends, while other lists mention rudeness in NYC or LA, and cultural barriers in places like Doha or Beijing. 

What is Ghost City?

A ghost city is a large, modern urban area built with extensive infrastructure (buildings, roads, utilities) but remains largely uninhabited or significantly underoccupied, often due to a lack of jobs, demand, or services, with China's rapid urbanization leading to prominent examples. The term also refers to traditional ghost towns—historic settlements abandoned due to resource depletion (like mining), economic shifts, disasters, or conflict, leaving behind deserted buildings.
 

What is the least funnest state?

There's no single "least interesting" state, as it's subjective, but surveys and opinions often point to West Virginia, Mississippi, Delaware, and North Dakota as having fewer entertainment/recreation options by some metrics, while states like Kansas, Nebraska, and Idaho are sometimes cited as less engaging for driving due to flatness or remoteness, though all states offer unique spots. 

What state do most people never leave?

Texas has the most people who never leave, leading the nation in "stickiness" with about 82% of people born there choosing to stay, followed by North Carolina, Georgia, and California, due to factors like strong job markets, lower costs, and cultural ties. States like Wyoming, North Dakota, and Alaska are at the opposite end, with many residents moving away.
 

What is the emptiest state in the US?

The emptiest state in America, based on population density (people per square mile), is Alaska, with roughly only 1.3 people per square mile, followed by Wyoming and Montana, due to their vast size, harsh climates, and remoteness. While Wyoming often has the absolute lowest total population, Alaska's immense land area makes it the most sparsely populated by far.
 

What is the unhealthiest state to live in?

While rankings vary slightly by study, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and Kentucky consistently appear as the most unhealthy U.S. states, often due to high rates of obesity, smoking, chronic disease, substance abuse, poor nutrition, mental distress, and lower life expectancies, with many of these top contenders located in the South.
 

What state is #1 in quality of life?

There isn't one single answer, as different reports rank states differently, but Vermont is frequently cited as #1 for Quality of Life (CNBC), while Massachusetts often leads overall livability/best state rankings (WalletHub), and Utah ranks high overall for Best States (U.S. News). These rankings vary by the specific metrics used, such as health, safety, environment, education, or economic opportunity. 

What is the most stressed state in the US?

WalletHub on Monday released its list of the "Most & Least Stressed States" for 2025, with New Mexico being the most stressed and Nebraska being the least stressed.