For some folks, parachuting out of an airplane is the ultimate fun experience, while others enjoy going to concerts, or taking in art at a museum. While we all have our own ideas of what “fun” is, in some places, fun isn’t just an option, it’s more like a way of life. And a new report reveals where those places are.
- WalletHub has just come out with their ranking of the Most Fun States in America in 2025.
- They rated each state on 26 key indicators of a good time in the areas of entertainment & recreation, and nightlife.
- These include everything from restaurants, golf courses and movie theaters per capita to the average price of beer and wine, accessibility of national parks and nightlife options.
- Based on all of that, California is this year’s Most Fun State, landing at number one for entertainment & recreation and coming in third for nightlife.
- Nevada, number three overall, is the most fun state for nightlife. And that’s not surprising since it’s home to Sin City itself, Las Vegas.
- On the flip side, West Virginia comes in last, making it the least fun state, followed by Mississippi and Rhode Island.
The Top 10 Most Fun States in America
(Click here to see where your state lands on the list)
- California
- Florida
- Nevada
- Illinois
- New York
- Colorado
- Washington
- Texas
- Minnesota
- Oregon
Source: WalletHub