Arkansas ranks 49 on Happiest States report; OK not far ahead

(KOAM) — WalletHub is releasing a report identifying which states are the the happiest across 30 key metrics.

According to the report, parts of the 4-States are more fun than others.

WalletHub

Happiest States in America:

  1. Hawaii
  2. Maryland
  3. New Jersey
  4. Utah
  5. Delaware
  6. Minnesota
  7. Connecticut
  8. Idaho
  9. Nebraska
  10. Massachusetts

Kansas ranked 18, Missouri ranked 32, Oklahoma ranked 43, and Arkansas ranked 49 on the list.

“In addition to pursuing your passions, having a good work-life balance and maintaining an emotional support network, another key way to boost your happiness is living in the right place. The happiest states are those that provide above-average quality of life in a wide variety of areas, from strong state economies and high quality physical and mental health care to adequate amounts of leisure time and good weather,” says Chip Lupo, WalletHub Analyst.

The WalletHub report found that only 47% of Americans say they are “very satisfied” with their lives.

To see the full WalletHub report, click here.

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