Americans Have Voted, And These 5 States Are Officially The Most Desirable Places To Move

If you had to take a guess as to what the most desirable places to live in the USA are, what would you say? Perhaps Florida, aptly nicknamed the Sunshine State, with all its sun and sand and gorgeous beaches. Maybe Oregon with its waterfalls, mountains, beaches, and the quirky city of Portland. Or do you think Arizona, home to one of the world's seven wonders, Sedona's red rocks, and sunshine most days of the year, is the best place to live? Well, our friends over at Casino.org did a study and the answers are in -- it may come as no surprise that California topped the list of the best states to live in 2023.

In a survey of over 5,000 people who live in the U.S., there is one state that came out on top. Without further ado, topping the list of best states to live in is California!

So, why California, you may be asking? To many, its mild winters, exquisite beaches, and national parks are incredibly desirable attributes.

Home to nine national parks including Yosemite, Death Valley, and Joshua Tree, the possibilities for exploration are seemingly endless in the Golden State. This state offers so much beauty and opportunities for outdoor recreation -- who wouldn't want that?

So, how about the other top contenders for the most loved states in the country? As we know, California is considered the most desirable followed by Colorado, Florida, Washington, and New York. The graphic below is especially interesting. It shows how states voted and there are a few surprising results.

And if you're curious to know the Most Desirable Foreign Countries for American Expats, take a look at this infographic:

Are you surprised that California topped the list of the best states to live in 2023? What do you love about California, or do you believe there's another state that should be considered the best place to live in the USA? How would you vote? And remember to check out the full results of the study by Casino.org.

Want to visit the most desirable state in the US? Check out our recommendations for the best places to stay in Southern California and Northern California.