Originally Posted by Elkhunter3006
Ranked #1 on what basis?
. https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/rankings

Ranking looks at health care access and affordability, health care quality and health outcomes for citizens. 16% of score

The education ranking measures how well states educate students in preschool, K-12 and different levels of higher education. 16% of score

The economy ranking tracks unemployment rates, GDP growth, migration into the state, patents, new businesses and more. 14% of score

The infrastructure rankings gauge the quality of states' bridges, public transportation, power grids, broadband and more. 13% of score

Opportunity - This ranking measures poverty, housing affordability and equality for women, minorities and people with disabilities. 13% of score

Fiscal Stability This ranking tracks states' government credit ratings, liquidity, pension fund liability and budget balancing. 11% of score

Crime & Corrections ranks states based on public safety and the quality and fairness of their prison systems, including racial bias. 10% of score

The natural environment ranking looks at the quality of air and water in a state, as well as exposure to pollution and toxins. 8 % of score

Full methodology @ https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/methodology

In summary, they measured some stuff in a way that gives them some findings. It's always interesting but may not be relevant to what any of us judge as relevant to the grade "best state". grin


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