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An online survey explains the ranking
Best Life Online considers a mix of public interactions and official data sources to determine state rankings. Factors include day-to-day social encounters, shopping experiences, and interactions in public spaces, providing a clear snapshot of civility trends across different environments.
These indicators measure everyday experiences such as driving, shopping, and social interactions in public spaces. Washington’s ranking reflects patterns in urban centers where population density and daily routines shape interactions.
By combining objective behavior with public opinion, the survey captures why certain encounters may seem more frequent in larger cities.
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How Washington’s data was analyzed
Based on multiple national datasets, sources included traffic violation reports, customer service profanity data, travel friendliness rankings, and survey results from national polls…