A recent WalletHub report named Iowa the best state for driving in 2024, with Hawaii ranked as the worst, based on a comprehensive 31-metric analysis, taking into account factors such as traffic congestion, gas prices and road quality.
The findings show significant disparities in driving experiences. For instance, West Virginia, despite being ranked 47th overall, has the least rush-hour traffic congestion, a stark contrast to California's intense traffic woes. Texas emerged as the state with the lowest average gas prices, significantly lower than California's, the highest in the nation.
New Hampshire boasts the fewest car thefts per capita, markedly fewer than Colorado, which has the highest rate. In terms of auto-repair facilities, California leads with the most per capita, while Hawaii has the fewest.
Insurance rates also vary widely; Ohio offers the lowest average car insurance rates, whereas Florida's rates are 2.5 times higher.
Other states in the top 10 best states for driving include Georgia, Kansas, Oklahoma, Alabama, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, and North Dakota. Conversely, joining Hawaii at the bottom are Washington, Delaware, West Virginia, California, Massachusetts, Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont and Montana.
For more detailed information and to see where your state ranks, visit the full report at WalletHub.
