Happiest People in the U.S.

By KEVIN FREKING, Associated Press Writer Kevin Freking, Associated Press Writer – Wed Mar 11, 7:40 am ET WASHINGTON –

Looking for happiness — it's family-friendly communities for some, tropical paradise or the rugged West for others. A survey of Americans' well-being, conducted by Gallup in partnership with Healthways and America's Health Insurance Plans, gives high marks to Utah, which boasts lots of outdoor recreation for its youthful population.

Speaking of outdoor recreation, the islands of Hawaii took second place and Wyoming was third in the poll that rated such variables as mental, physical and economic health.


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