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Cleveland: America’s Least Happy City Despite Good Looks

1/8/2026

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Cleveland, Ohio, is ranked the 'Least Happy City in America' and the second most stressed.
The city has high pollution and is the second least affordable metro area for raising children.
Chapman University reports Cleveland is second most affordable housing market, but hidden issues persist.
Cleveland Hopkins Airport ranks high for TSA complaints, while some suburbs are affordable and safe.
A humorous local study claims Cleveland has the best-looking people.

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Story summary

Cleveland, Ohio, is ranked the 'Least Happy City in America' and the second most stressed.
The city has high pollution and is the second least affordable metro area for raising children.
Chapman University reports Cleveland is second most affordable housing market, but hidden issues persist.
Cleveland Hopkins Airport ranks high for TSA complaints, while some suburbs are affordable and safe.
A humorous local study claims Cleveland has the best-looking people.