Idaho Is One Of The Happiest States In America And We Couldn't Agree More

With beautiful landscapes, fascinating city life, and plenty to explore, it doesn’t necessarily come as a surprise that Idaho is a wonderful place to live. But did you know it’s also considered to be one of the happiest states in the country? A study done by WalletHub recently used factors for happiness that included work environment, community life, and physical and emotional well being to see which states came in first. It turns out that the abundance of space in the Gem State lends itself to an exceedingly happy population, ranking 6 out of 10.

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Known for its mountainous terrain and landscapes for as far as the eye can see, Idaho is the 14th largest state in the country. It also happens to be the 7th least populated state, meaning there is plenty of room for Idahoans to admire the natural beauty of their home. And there is certainly a lot to admire.

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The recent study for happiness was an extensive one, using 28 different metrics and a thorough point system to evaluate data. The question the study sought to answer was this: which factors made Americans feel most content in the various aspects of their lives?

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The answer, it turns out, varied largely but always centered around sense of community and abundance of outdoor space. In that regard, it was the western and midwestern states that ranked highly. Other contenders include Colorado, Utah, Hawaii, and North Dakota.

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Another trend seen throughout the study was that the states considered to be the happiest in America are also undoubtedly the most scenic. As seen by the photographs above, Idaho boasts some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the country. From the iconic Boise River to the foothills of the Rockies, there is simply no shortage of natural beauty here.

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And, of course, you could argue the recreational opportunities alone are enough to sustain physical and emotional wellbeing for the residents of the Gem State. From white water rafting to hiking, and skiing, there’s something to do every season in Idaho.

What do you think about these recent studies? For any residents of Idaho, what would you attribute to the high quality of life here? We’d love to hear from you!