Nearly 60% of summer travelers will be driving to their vacation destinations so to help with the journey the personal finance website WalletHub has released a   report to help folks find the sights and savings along the way.  WalletHub’s road-trip report compared the 50 U.S. states in terms of 21 relevant metrics that speak to each state’s suitability to summer travelers with a dual mission of fun and frugality.  The data set ranges from average gas prices to the quality of roads to the number of attractions.

The Pacific Northwest region shown brightest with Oregon taking the top spot and both Washington and Idaho making the top ten.  Mississippi, Alaska and  Connecticut brought up the rear.  For the full report, visit: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-states-for-summer-road-trips/4648/

Washington #6 as a Road-Trip Destination (1=Best; 25=Avg.):

  • 8th – Number of Attractions
  • 4th – Number of Nightlife Options per Capita
  • 7th – Vehicle Miles Traveled per Capita
  • 6th – Number of Scenic Byways
  • 29th – Lowest Price of Camping
  • 1st – Driving Laws Rating
  • 8th – Number of Fatalities per 100 Million Vehicle Miles Traveled

 

Mount Rainier in the distance, above the marina at Gig Harbor, near Tacoma, Washington
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Overall Rank

StateTotal Score“Driving & Lodging Costs” Rank“Road Conditions & Safety” Rank“Fun & Scenic Attractions” Rank
1Oregon60.504052
2Nevada59.3510293
3Utah59.221787
4North Carolina56.0813256
5Minnesota56.0627220
6Washington55.5942124
7Idaho55.14201612
8Colorado53.11212015
9Louisiana52.2624314
10Vermont51.9237129

 

 

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