WalletHub's 2025 Report on the Happiest U.S. Cities
WalletHub released its 2025 report on the 'happiest' U.S. cities based on 29 key metrics. Fremont, California was ranked as the happiest city, followed by San Jose and Irvine. Cleveland, Ohio was listed as the least happy city.
Key Points
- Happiness in cities is influenced by factors beyond income, such as health, community, and well-being
- WalletHub's report considered 29 key metrics including income, depression rate, and leisure time
Pros
- Fremont, California ranked as the happiest city
- San Jose, California had the longest average life expectancy
- Irvine had a high percentage of residents reporting good health and participation in physical activities
Cons
- Cleveland, Ohio was listed as the least happy city