Mapped: America’s Happiest States in 2025

Key takeaways

• 44% of Americans say they are ‘very satisfied’ with their lives.
• Hawaii (#1) and Maryland (#2) top the overall list, driven by strong emotional & physical well-being and relatively strong community/environment rankings.
• From income growth and unemployment to mental health and life satisfaction, 30 metrics were used to determine the happiest states in America.