A recent study by WalletHub ranked Idaho as the best state to live in the country, citing its strong economy, affordability, and high quality of life. The study considered five key components: affordability, economy, education and health, quality of life, and safety. Idaho scored top ten marks in affordability, economy, and safety, and was middle of the pack in education and health and quality of life.
Methodology
The study’s methodology weighed factors such as cost of living, high school diploma rates, and access to public transportation. Idaho’s parental choice tax credit was also noted as a factor in its high ranking. Montana and Wyoming also performed well in the study, with Montana ranking third in economy and Wyoming improving in education and health.
Washington state, on the other hand, ranked 33rd overall, with concerns over safety and economy. The study’s findings highlight the importance of considering multiple factors when evaluating the best states to live.
Original reporting: Clark County Today (Vancouver WA) — read the source article.
