In the 2024 Best States rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, Florida received high rankings overall. The Sunshine State moved up to No. 9 from No. 10 in the previous year, and it maintained its top spot for education for the second consecutive year. Additionally, Florida was recognized as having the best economy in the country, thanks to its strong job market and economic growth.
Florida’s success in education was attributed to several factors, including its high rates of timely graduation at public institutions and low in-state tuition fees. The state also performed well in college readiness, as indicated by SAT and ACT scores. The population of Florida has increased significantly by 18% from 2010 to 2022 due to factors such as warm weather, no state income tax, and a perceived lower cost of living that attract new residents.
Some other notable rankings for Florida include No. 13 for Crime & Corrections, No. 13 for Natural Environment, No. 20 for Fiscal Stability, No. 20 for Infrastructure, No. 26 for Health Care, and No. 45 for Opportunity
