Best States For Singles

Singles Index Score
Singles Index Score
1.CaliforniaCalifornia68.03
2.New YorkNew York67.28
3.FloridaFlorida65.57
4.TexasTexas63.12
5.PennsylvaniaPennsylvania62.25
6.IllinoisIllinois61.77
7.New JerseyNew Jersey60.46
8.MassachusettsMassachusetts59.86
9.WisconsinWisconsin57.74
10.VirginiaVirginia56.57
11.MinnesotaMinnesota56.24
12.ColoradoColorado55.67
13.WashingtonWashington55.65
14.ConnecticutConnecticut55.02
15.North CarolinaNorth Carolina54.4
16.OhioOhio54.35
17.Rhode IslandRhode Island54.1
18.ArizonaArizona53.58
19.MarylandMaryland53.38
20.MichiganMichigan52.72
21.OregonOregon52.05
22.VermontVermont51.75
23.New HampshireNew Hampshire51.63
24.NevadaNevada50.71
25.GeorgiaGeorgia50.51
26.MaineMaine50.23
27.MissouriMissouri49.75
28.UtahUtah49.23
29.HawaiiHawaii47.77
30.IndianaIndiana47.31
31.NebraskaNebraska47.06
32.DelawareDelaware46.76
33.TennesseeTennessee46.54
34.IowaIowa45.48
35.LouisianaLouisiana45.13
36.New MexicoNew Mexico44.08
37.KansasKansas43.87
38.South DakotaSouth Dakota43.08
39.IdahoIdaho42.92
40.OklahomaOklahoma42.42
41.MontanaMontana42.12
42.AlabamaAlabama41.45
43.South CarolinaSouth Carolina41.34
44.AlaskaAlaska39.6
45.MississippiMississippi39.26
46.KentuckyKentucky38.93
47.WyomingWyoming35.59
48.North DakotaNorth Dakota35.58
49.ArkansasArkansas35.18
50.West VirginiaWest Virginia34.13

The Quest for Love: A State-by-State Examination

Being single can be a delightful time of personal growth and freedom for many individuals, while for others, it may be a period fraught with the search for that perfect partner and the right opportunities to meet them. The ease or difficulty of this pursuit can significantly depend on the location, as opportunities for dating, economic factors, and fun and recreational activities vary from state to state. We examined the 50 U.S. states based on three key factors: 1) Dating Economics, 2) Dating Opportunities, and 3) Romance & Fun. Each state was scored out of a total 100 points.

  • California came out on top as the best state for singles, with an impressive 'Singles Index Score' of 68.03. This can be attributed to its booming economy, rich cultural diversity, world-class eateries and entertainment venues, and stunning landscapes - making it an ideal destination for romance and fun.
  • On the flip side, West Virginia languished at the bottom of the list with a score of just 34.13, suggesting the state might be less conducive for singles looking for dating opportunities and engaging social experiences.
  • Among the top five states, Florida was a notable entry with a score of 65.57. Its vibrant nightlife, beaches, and a multitude of recreational facilities likely boosted its ranking.
  • A notable trend was seen in the states with a lower Index Score: Many of them tend to be more rural and less densely populated. These states, such as Wyoming, North Dakota, and Arkansas, might offer fewer socializing and dating opportunities given their smaller, more spread-out population.

By Region

Alabama

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Alabama

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

41.45

#42

Alaska

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Alaska

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

39.6

#44

Arizona

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Arizona

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

53.58

#18

Arkansas

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Arkansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

35.18

#49

California

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California

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

68.03

#1

Colorado

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Colorado

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

55.67

#12

Connecticut

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Connecticut

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

55.02

#14

Delaware

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Delaware

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

46.76

#32

Florida

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Florida

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

65.57

#3

Georgia

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Georgia

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

50.51

#25

Hawaii

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Hawaii

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

47.77

#29

Idaho

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Idaho

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

42.92

#39

Illinois

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Illinois

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

61.77

#6

Indiana

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Indiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

47.31

#30

Iowa

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Iowa

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

45.48

#34

Kansas

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Kansas

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

43.87

#37

Kentucky

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Kentucky

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

38.93

#46

Louisiana

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Louisiana

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

45.13

#35

Maine

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Maine

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

50.23

#26

Maryland

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Maryland

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

53.38

#19

Massachusetts

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Massachusetts

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

59.86

#8

Michigan

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Michigan

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

52.72

#20

Minnesota

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Minnesota

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

56.24

#11

Mississippi

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Mississippi

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

39.26

#45

Missouri

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Missouri

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

49.75

#27

Montana

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Montana

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

42.12

#41

Nebraska

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Nebraska

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

47.06

#31

Nevada

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Nevada

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

50.71

#24

New Hampshire

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New Hampshire

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

51.63

#23

New Jersey

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New Jersey

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

60.46

#7

New Mexico

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New Mexico

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

44.08

#36

New York

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New York

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

67.28

#2

North Carolina

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North Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

54.4

#15

North Dakota

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North Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

35.58

#48

Ohio

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Ohio

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

54.35

#16

Oklahoma

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Oklahoma

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

42.42

#40

Oregon

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Oregon

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

52.05

#21

Pennsylvania

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Pennsylvania

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

62.25

#5

Rhode Island

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Rhode Island

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

54.1

#17

South Carolina

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South Carolina

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

41.34

#43

South Dakota

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South Dakota

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

43.08

#38

Tennessee

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Tennessee

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

46.54

#33

Texas

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Texas

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

63.12

#4

Utah

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Utah

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

49.23

#28

Vermont

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Vermont

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

51.75

#22

Virginia

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Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

56.57

#10

Washington

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Washington

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

55.65

#13

West Virginia

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West Virginia

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

34.13

#50

Wisconsin

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Wisconsin

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

57.74

#9

Wyoming

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Wyoming

Metric

Value

Rank

Singles Index Score

35.59

#47