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Idaho Crowned Healthiest State, Louisiana Ranks Lowest

2/4/2026

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NiceRx ranks Idaho the healthiest state in the U.S., giving it a score of 7.14 out of 10.
Idaho's factors include low alcohol consumption of 1.91 gallons per capita, a 31% obesity rate, a physical inactivity rate of over 22%, and forest coverage of 40%.
Louisiana is identified as the unhealthiest state with a score of 2.54.
Colorado has the lowest obesity rate at 24.9%.

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Story summary

NiceRx ranks Idaho the healthiest state in the U.S., giving it a score of 7.14 out of 10.
Idaho's factors include low alcohol consumption of 1.91 gallons per capita, a 31% obesity rate, a physical inactivity rate of over 22%, and forest coverage of 40%.
Louisiana is identified as the unhealthiest state with a score of 2.54.
Colorado has the lowest obesity rate at 24.9%.