12 of the Top Happiest States That You Would Want to Live In

South Dakota

Nicknamed as The Mount Rushmore State and with the motto “Under God the people rule”, South Dakota is the fifth least populous state in the US. It ranked sixth in work environment, ninth in physical and emotional well-being, and 35th in environment and community. The state has one of the shortest commute times, which is one of the biggest reasons why it’s a happy state. There are also no personal property, income, and inheritance tax. Crime rate is low and job rate is high.