Politics & Government
How Depressing -- Ohio Ranks 47th in Happiness
New Gallup poll shows this state has among lowest well-being scores, while Hawaii places 1st
A new Gallup poll shows Ohioans are less happy than people in 46 other states.
The poll says Ohio ranks 47th in the nation in well-being.
The only states behind us are West Virginia (least happy), Kentucky and Mississippi.
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Leading the happiness pack are Hawaii, North Dakota and Alaska (really?).
Factors used to determine well-being were life evaluation, emotional health, physical health, work environment, healthy behaviors and access to basic necessities.
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