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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)—Florida was named the second most fun state in America for 2025, according to WalletHub.
Florida led the country in the number of restaurants, amusement parks, arcades, and music festivals per capita.
WalletHub compared the 50 states with 26 key indicators of a fun time that wouldn’t cost much.
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A general view of Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World Resort on March 03, 2022 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Disney Dreamers Academy) -
TAMPA , FL – JUNE 23: Sheikra Roller coaster at Busch Gardens amusement park on June 23, 2006 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images) -
St. Pete beach in Florida, USA -
An alligator swims at the Everglades National Park, Fla., on April 23, 2012. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz, file) -
People cool off in the water on Labor Day at Wekiwa Springs State Park on September 7, 2020 in Apopka, Florida. State officials are hoping that holiday capacity crowds do not result in a spike of coronavirus cases. (Photo by Paul Hennessy/NurPhoto via Getty Images) -
Beach entrance in Sand Key Park, Florida
According to WalletHub, the key indicators ranged from movie costs to accessibility of national parks to nightlife options per capita.
“Living in one of the most fun states can boost your mental, physical, and emotional health by giving you a wide range of activities to choose from, both indoor and outdoor. These states help residents stay active and socialize, and they’re also ideal for travelers who want to make the most out of the limited amount of time that they have to explore,” Chip Lup, WalletHub analyst said.
Florida has the fourth-most attractions per capita, and the seventh-best variety of arts, entertainment, and recreation establishments, WalletHub said.
Florida is also the 12th best weather overall and has the most marinas per capita and the second-most miles of shoreline.
According to WalletHub, Floridians spend nearly $2,300 per year on recreation expenses.
California was ranked number one for the most fun states in America, while West Virginia was ranked 50th.
