Rankings
Washington Ranks First in a Study of U.S. States Measuring Performance
The state shines as an economic powerhouse but has room to improve in providing opportunity for all citizens
Washington state commands the leading position in a ranking of states just released by U.S. News & World Report. The rankings are based on eight variables designed to measure a states performance and its success in meeting citizen needs. Ranking behind No. 1 Washington in the U.S. News report were New Hampshire, Minnesota, Utah and…
Washington Is the 9th Healthiest State
The number of smokers and uninsured residents in Washington state decreased significantly over the last five years.
Washington is one of the ten healthiest states in America, according to a new ranking from the United Health Foundation. The state of Washington ranks 9th overall among the state ranking, behind only Massachussets (1), Hawaii (2), Vermont (3), Utah (4), Connecticut (5), Minnesota (6), Colorado (7) and New Hampshire (8). Washington state is down…