the 5 happiest states in america
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The Happiest States in America
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Major Categories
• Community Activities• Environment Activities • Recreational Activities
• Emotional Well-Being• Physical Well-Being• Work Environment
Major Factors
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Fifth Happiest
North Dakota
North Dakota is a major beneficiary of the recent shale oil boom, while still maintaining its small-town feel throughout.
• Lowest unemployment in the nation.
• Second greatest income growth.• Second-lowest divorce rate.• Top five for residents getting
adequate amounts of sleep.
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Fourth Happiest
ColoradoColorado has long ranked high in happiness, thanks largely to the healthy living habits of its residents, buoyed by ample opportunities to exercise outside.
• First in the nation for sports participation.
• Second in the nation for percent of residents getting adequate sleep.
• Third-lowest rate of obesity in the nation.
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Third Happiest
Hawai’iIt’s not hard to see why Hawaiians are among the nation’s happiest: warm and sunny weather year-round, along with relatively safe and tight-knit communities.
• Lowest levels of depression in the country.
• Second-lowest obesity rate.• Fourth-lowest divorce rate.• Fifth-safest state in the country.
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Second Happiest
MinnesotaThough the weather is cold, residents of Minnesota—like many of the other states on this list—benefit from both small and tight-knit communities, as well as healthy economies.
• Third-lowest divorce rate.• Third-safest state in the nation.• Fourth-highest rate of volunteerism.
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Happiest
UtahSeveral studies have shown that living amongst people with similar values is good for building community and social support. With nearly 60% of residents identifying themselves as Mormon, Utah has that in spades.
• Lowest hours worked in the nation.• Highest rate of volunteerism.• Fifth-lowest rate of obesity.
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A happy retirement is easier in these states, largely because of strong social ties and healthy economies.
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But what if you find yourself falling short of your retirement goals, and don’t have that kind of support?
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