Researchers at WalletHub examined each state and the District of Columbia across 36 key metrics, ranging from millennial unemployment rate to millennial voter-turnout rate, and Massachusetts topped the list as the best state for millennials. The state also ranked first in the "Education and Health" category and second in "Quality of Life." The District of Columbia came in second overall, followed by Washington, Minnesota, and Wisconsin to round out the top five.
Millennials living in Illinois are also thriving, according the WalletHub. The Prairie State ranked 11th overall, and 11th in the "Education and Health" and "Quality of Life" categories. However, Illinois millennials are still struggling in the financial front. The state ranked 46th in the "Economic Health" category.
So, which state is the worst for millennials? West Virginia. The state ranked 51st overall and in 3 out of 5 categories. However, it took the 18th spot in the "affordability rank" category, so there is still some hope for millennials in the Mountain State.
To view the full report, visit Wallethub.com