WalletHub Just Ranked 6 Arizona Cities “Happiest in America”

We already know Arizona is a great place to live, but it’s nice to be acknowledged by outsiders. In a recent report, WalletHub ranked the Happiest Cities in America.

One Arizona came in at number three, and four of our towns made the top twenty. We’re not surprised, but we sure are proud!

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What Criteria Did WalletHub Use To Rank The Happiest Cities in America?

WalletHub looked at more than 180 U.S. cities. They rated the locations using 29 indicators of happiness rooted in positive psychology research. Here are some of the factors the study analyzed:

• Mental Well-Being: Rates of depression, life satisfaction
• Physical Health: Life expectancy rates, fitness levels
• Income and Employment: Income growth, job satisfaction
• Community and Environment: Commute times, weather, social ties, rates of volunteerism

WalletHub examined these factors to measure how livable, supportive, and fulfilling a city feels. Six Arizona cities scored especially well in community engagement, environment, and overall well‑being.

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What Are Arizona’s Happiest Cities?

You can’t beat the weather here; with this much sunshine, you’re bound to have some really good days. It’s nice that WalletHub’s survey made it official, reporting that these 6 Arizona cities landed in the top 30 nationwide:

• #3 Scottsdale
• #9 Gilbert
• #14 Chandler
• #20 Tempe
• #23 Peoria
• #29 Mesa

How is Arizona Typically Rated for Happiness?

This isn’t the first survey that rates Arizona highly on the happiness scale. Our state consistently performs well on these quality-of-life rankings.

Scottsdale even cracked the top three happiest cities in the entire country, and the rest of our metropolitan areas weren’t far behind.

Arizona offers a lifestyle that helps people genuinely thrive. Warm weather, low humidity, sunny days, and strong community spirit set us apart from the rest of the nation.