Washington has been named one of the top 10 “most fun” states in the country, according to a new study from WalletHub. The personal finance site analyzed 26 indicators ranging from the cost of going to the movies to the number of restaurants, national parks, amusement parks, and music festivals per capita.
Washington placed seventh overall, earning high marks for both nightlife and recreation. The Evergreen State ranked fourth in nightlife, thanks in part to its variety of theaters, casinos, and festivals, as well as competitive average prices for wine, beer, and movie tickets. Washington also placed sixth in entertainment and recreation, with particularly strong scores for movie theaters per capita and personal spending on recreation services.
Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and Vancouver were also featured in WalletHub’s earlier rankings of the “most fun cities in America,” with Seattle leading the way at No. 19 out of more than 180 cities.
California, Florida, and Nevada claimed the top three spots nationally, while Oregon rounded out the top 10 just behind Washington.
