Life expectancy at birth refers to the average number of years a newborn is expected to live, based on current mortality rates. Higher life expectancy generally reflects better access to healthcare, healthier lifestyles, and stronger overall public health. The following is a list of the top 10 US states with the highest life expectancy. Let’s read.
Top 10 US states with the highest life expectancy
| Rank | State | Life expectancy at birth (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawaii | 80.0 |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 79.8 |
| 3 | New Jersey | 79.6 |
| 4 | New York | 79.5 |
| 5 | Connecticut | 79.4 |
| 6 | California | 79.3 |
| 7 | Minnesota | 79.3 |
| 8 | Rhode Island | 79.2 |
| 9 | Utah | 79.0 |
| 10 | New Hampshire | 78.7 |
Source: National Center for Health Statistics
Note: The numbers shown are rounded. Rankings are based on unrounded life expectancy numbers.
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