In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, the environment plays a crucial role. Recent studies have ranked cities across the United States based on various health metrics, revealing stark contrasts between the healthiest and unhealthiest urban areas.
With factors like obesity rates, smoking prevalence, and access to parks influencing overall well-being, these rankings provide valuable insights into how city living impacts health.
Among the top contenders for the healthiest cities, vibrant locales like San Francisco and Honolulu shine, boasting robust community health initiatives and access to recreational spaces.
Conversely, cities such as Brownsville and Gulfport struggle with higher rates of health issues, reflecting the challenges faced in promoting wellness.
Understanding these rankings can help individuals make informed decisions about where to live and how to prioritize their health.
25 Healthiest Cities in the US
Here are the top 25 healthiest cities in the United States, showcasing their overall scores along with rankings in healthcare, food, fitness, and green space.
1. San Francisco, California
- Total score: 67.60
- Health care rank: 76
- Food rank: 1
- Fitness rank: 28
- Green space rank: 1
2. Honolulu, Hawaii
- Total score: 64.28
- Health care rank: 99
- Food rank: 4
- Fitness rank: 27
- Green space rank: 2
3. Seattle, Washington
- Total score: 63.68
- Health care rank: 28
- Food rank: 10
- Fitness rank: 5
- Green space rank: 11
4. San Diego, California
- Total score: 63.08
- Health care rank: 81
- Food rank: 5
- Fitness rank: 13
- Green space rank: 6
5. Washington, D.C.
- Total score: 63.04
- Health care rank: 39
- Food rank: 7
- Fitness rank: 25
- Green space rank: 9
6. Portland, Oregon
- Total score: 62.65
- Health care rank: 47
- Food rank: 6
- Fitness rank: 31
- Green space rank: 8
7. Denver, Colorado
- Total score: 61.99
- Health care rank: 29
- Food rank: 11
- Fitness rank: 19
- Green space rank: 16
8. Salt Lake City, Utah
- Total score: 61.18
- Health care rank: 42
- Food rank: 18
- Fitness rank: 17
- Green space rank: 3
9. Scottsdale, Arizona
- Total score: 60.32
- Health care rank: 19
- Food rank: 65
- Fitness rank: 1
- Green space rank: 13
10. Irvine, California
- Total score: 60.29
- Health care rank: 12
- Food rank: 30
- Fitness rank: 10
- Green space rank: 17
11. Los Angeles, California
- Total score: 59.61
- Health care rank: 101
- Food rank: 3
- Fitness rank: 41
- Green space rank: 20
12. Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Total score: 59.47
- Health care rank: 14
- Food rank: 32
- Fitness rank: 42
- Green space rank: 10
13. Austin, Texas
- Total score: 59.43
- Health care rank: 22
- Food rank: 25
- Fitness rank: 6
- Green space rank: 23
14. Huntington Beach, California
- Total score: 59.40
- Health care rank: 24
- Food rank: 33
- Fitness rank: 2
- Green space rank: 35
15. South Burlington, Vermont
- Total score: 58.52
- Health care rank: 2
- Food rank: 17
- Fitness rank: 83
- Green space rank: 65
16. Boston, Massachusetts
- Total score: 58.41
- Health care rank: 8
- Food rank: 12
- Fitness rank: 48
- Green space rank: 48
17. Madison, Wisconsin
- Total score: 58.39
- Health care rank: 15
- Food rank: 39
- Fitness rank: 8
- Green space rank: 29
18. New York City, New York
- Total score: 58.12
- Health care rank: 86
- Food rank: 2
- Fitness rank: 117
- Green space rank: 18
19. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Total score: 57.76
- Health care rank: 11
- Food rank: 20
- Fitness rank: 43
- Green space rank: 31
20. Glendale, California
- Total score: 57.17
- Health care rank: 53
- Food rank: 40
- Fitness rank: 15
- Green space rank: 12
21. Atlanta, Georgia
- Total score: 57.01
- Health care rank: 105
- Food rank: 19
- Fitness rank: 4
- Green space rank: 36
22. San Jose, California
- Total score: 56.60
- Health care rank: 44
- Food rank: 13
- Fitness rank: 75
- Green space rank: 39
23. Orlando, Florida
- Total score: 53.36
- Health care rank: 61
- Food rank: 22
- Fitness rank: 9
- Green space rank: 49
24. Fremont, California
- Total score: 56.34
- Health care rank: 40
- Food rank: 26
- Fitness rank: 16
- Green space rank: 54
25. Portland, Maine
- Total score: 55.70
- Health care rank: 32
- Food rank: 16
- Fitness rank: 137
- Green space rank: 4
25 Unhealthiest Cities in the US
Below are the 25 unhealthiest cities in the United States, based on various health metrics like access to healthcare, food quality, fitness opportunities, and green space availability.
1. Brownsville, Texas
- Total score: 24.36
- Health care rank: 180
- Food rank: 182
- Fitness rank: 182
- Green space rank: 179
2. Gulfport, Mississippi
- Total score: 29.13
- Health care rank: 175
- Food rank: 178
- Fitness rank: 168
- Green space rank: 180
3. Laredo, Texas
- Total score: 29.67
- Health care rank: 181
- Food rank: 180
- Fitness rank: 181
- Green space rank: 153
4. Columbus, Georgia
- Total score: 29.76
- Health care rank: 182
- Food rank: 174
- Fitness rank: 163
- Green space rank: 158
5. Shreveport, Louisiana
- Total score: 30.57
- Health care rank: 162
- Food rank: 181
- Fitness rank: 176
- Green space rank: 160
6. Augusta, Georgia
- Total score: 32.71
- Health care rank: 156
- Food rank: 166
- Fitness rank: 173
- Green space rank: 174
7. Fayetteville, North Carolina
- Total score: 32.78
- Health care rank: 146
- Food rank: 177
- Fitness rank: 166
- Green space rank: 172
8. Corpus Christi, Texas
- Total score: 32.81
- Health care rank: 174
- Food rank: 162
- Fitness rank: 162
- Green space rank: 166
9. Detroit, Michigan
- Total score: 32.98
- Health care rank: 179
- Food rank: 118
- Fitness rank: 180
- Green space rank: 157
10. Huntington, West Virginia
- Total score: 33.38
- Health care rank: 176
- Food rank: 146
- Fitness rank: 172
- Green space rank: 156
11. Fort Smith, Arkansas
- Total score: 33.61
- Health care rank: 154
- Food rank: 156
- Fitness rank: 177
- Green space rank: 173
12. Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Total score: 33.84
- Health care rank: 108
- Food rank: 172
- Fitness rank: 140
- Green space rank: 182
13. Memphis, Tennessee
- Total score: 34.11
- Health care rank: 178
- Food rank: 168
- Fitness rank: 145
- Green space rank: 148
14. Jackson, Mississippi
- Total score: 34.46
- Health care rank: 138
- Food rank: 161
- Fitness rank: 167
- Green space rank: 169
15. Montgomery, Alabama
- Total score: 34.63
- Health care rank: 157
- Food rank: 175
- Fitness rank: 133
- Green space rank: 181
16. North Las Vegas, Nevada
- Total score: 35.34
- Health care rank: 173
- Food rank: 158
- Fitness rank: 179
- Green space rank: 102
17. Amarillo, Texas
- Total score: 35.55
- Health care rank: 164
- Food rank: 164
- Fitness rank: 170
- Green space rank: 116
18. Las Cruces, New Mexico
- Total score: 35.67
- Health care rank: 84
- Food rank: 179
- Fitness rank: 174
- Green space rank: 145
19. Toledo, Ohio
- Total score: 36.15
- Health care rank: 171
- Food rank: 163
- Fitness rank: 161
- Green space rank: 103
20. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
- Total score: 36.26
- Health care rank: 159
- Food rank: 173
- Fitness rank: 131
- Green space rank: 133
21. Wichita, Kansas
- Total score: 36.54
- Health care rank: 141
- Food rank: 169
- Fitness rank: 109
- Green space rank: 164
22. Greensboro, North Carolina
- Total score: 36.76
- Health care rank: 118
- Food rank: 144
- Fitness rank: 135
- Green space rank: 175
23. Mobile, Alabama
- Total score: 36.88
- Health care rank: 158
- Food rank: 150
- Fitness rank: 132
- Green space rank: 177
24. Charleston, West Virginia
- Total score: 37.06
- Health care rank: 144
- Food rank: 132
- Fitness rank: 146
- Green space rank: 176
25. Lewiston, Maine
- Total score: 37.52
- Health care rank: 152
- Food rank: 140
- Fitness rank: 171
- Green space rank: 110
Alicia Richards