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Fortune
Lindsey Leake

Here are the happiest—and unhappiest—states in the U.S.

WalletHub’s 2024 Happiest States in America rankings analyzed 30 metrics encompassing social, physical, economic, and emotional health. (Credit: stevecoleimages/Getty Images)

A change of scenery alone isn’t enough to make life’s problems melt away, but your environment—and the people, perspectives, and opportunities it offers—is among the myriad external factors that shape your overall happiness.

To that end, personal finance company WalletHub just announced its annual Happiest States in America rankings. Released Monday, the list assessed the 50 states, excluding the District of Columbia, across 30 metrics encompassing social, physical, economic, and emotional health.

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