Fiscally conservative financial practices prevail long-term – plain and simple.” Florida, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming rank in the top five states. According to the report, “top-performing states tend to have higher levels of cash, low unfunded pensions, and strong operating positions.”

Quality of Life in the United States The top five states in terms of quality of life are Washington, Minnesota, Utah, New Hampshire, and Idaho, signifying these have the best combination of healthcare, education, economy, infrastructure, opportunity, fiscal stability, crime rates and natural environment.