If first impressions count, then tourist boards everywhere will want to take note of new analysis that shows where in the United States visitors can expect the friendliest welcome. Using data gathered by the World Population Review, has created a map that provides a snapshot of where tourists and residents can experience warm interactions within highly hospitable communities. Common themes such as community spirit, great hospitality, and everlasting memories can all combine to make a visitor hold fond memories of a state.
has created this map to show which U.S. states are the friendliest.
Sitting at the top of the list is Minnesota, at the pinnacle of the mountain, with friendliness ingrained in the culture. Locals are renowned for their legendary "Minnesota Nice" attitude. The combination of polite residents, a sense of community, and scenic landscapes make it a haven for those seeking a friendly atmosphere.
Minnesota State Senator Jim Abeler told that the state has a "strong sense of community." "I see it in my hometown when people pass each other with a friendly wave, when Minnesotans enjoy our beautiful lakes and parks together, and when we are in line for our favorite food on a stick at the best state fair in the country. "We have everything one could want here in Minnesota.
I still live in the same city I did when I went to high school, raised my kids here, and now see my grandchildren enjoying the same local parks I took their parents to. It's a beautiful state with a tremendous amount of opportunity for someone looking to raise a family. "We are blessed to have all four seasons, with white Christmases, bold fall colors, flowering apple orchards in the spring, and summers with perfect weather to get outside.
" Tennessee is famed for its musical heritage and Southern charm and is number two, according to the data assembled. Southern hospitality has built a reputation, from the bustling streets of Nashville to the scenic Smoky Mountains. Rounding out the top five, we have South Carolina, Texas, and Wyoming, where hospitality is a hallmark of local culture.
New York sits at the bottom of the list, but do not tell that to New Yorkers. Some local lawmakers disagree with this opinion. New York State Assembly member told she "completely disagrees" with the ranking.
"As a lifelong New Yorker, I would completely disagree with this ranking. While many New Yorkers, particularly those navigating the heart of Manhattan, are laser-focused on getting through crowds to their destinations, I've witnessed so many random acts of kindness over my lifetime in this great state. New Yorkers will help a lost person, jump into a situation to assist a vulnerable human or animal, or passionately commit to an important cause that improves the lives of others.
"We will always happily recommend a restaurant in our diverse communities, where New York has a vibrant immigrant entrepreneurial spirit and one could eat food from nearly any country in the world just in my district in Queens alone. "New York is a great place to live because you are surrounded by interesting people, dynamic cultures, and incredible food, often without leaving your neighborhood." Joining New York in the less desirable half of the list are the states of Arkansas, Delaware, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
Visiting or moving to another state can sometimes be stressful. This stress can be alleviated by a population that welcomes newcomers. World Population Review also analyzed of the average tipping rate per state.
According to the data, Delaware is ranked 48th on the list but has the highest tipping rate. On one hand, evidence suggests that having a high tipping rate does not always correlate with a friendly state from the perspective of tourists. Furthermore, this is supported by New Hampshire, which is 44th in the ranking but has the five highest tipping rates.
On the other hand, Indiana is the 6th friendliest state and has the second-highest tipping rate. This suggests that there is some correlation, but it's not a strong indicator of what makes a state friendly. The map seen here was created using the data was gathered through a social media survey conducted by .
The data is not based on scientific evidence to determine state-level friendliness and is based on respondent's opinion. They asked 2.5 million of their social media followers to vote on which states are the friendliest.
The ranking suggests there are states in the U.S. where locals are more welcoming to visitors.
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