There was no right answer... until we decided there was. Here is every state, ranked by its natural beauty. Perched on Iowa’s northeast corner, you’ll find a slice of Wisconsin’s Driftless ...

In addition to health care and education, the rankings take into account a state’s economy; its roads, bridges, internet and other infrastructure; its public safety; its natural environment ...

The natural environment category is one of eight categories driving the overall Best States rankings, and encompasses metrics reflecting pollution threats and air and water quality. Learn more ...