Study revealed best and worst American states to be a driver in

When it comes to the best and worst places to be a driver, the truth is that driving can be stressful, regardless of which US state you live in – but, here are the worst American states to be a driver.

Between traffic, insurance costs, road conditions, and the weather, even a short commute can feel like a battle.

But now, thanks to a new study from the Underwood Law Firm, we finally have a clear look at which American states make life easiest (or hardest) behind the wheel.

The team looked at 18 different factors across all 50 states, rating things like road quality, commute times, gas prices, insurance costs, crash rates, and weather hazards.

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Starting from the bottom, South Carolina tops the list as the worst state for drivers.

Poor roads, crumbling bridges, and a high number of uninsured motorists are just the beginning.

The traffic fatality rate is one of the worst in the country, at 26.21 deaths per 100,000 people.

Commutes average 25.5 minutes, and drivers face steep insurance costs at around $1,812 per year.

No wonder this duo from South Carolina preferred turning their van into the world’s smallest camper home instead.

Next up is Colorado.

While the Centennial State may be full of mountain views, driving there can be a nightmare.

Just ask these pros from Colorado, who routinely have to rescue Jeeps that roll down the hill.

Car theft is rampant, at 731 per 100,000 people, and insurance is even higher than South Carolina, hitting almost $2,900 annually.

DUI arrests are common, and almost 28 percent of fatal crashes happen during rush hour.

The third spot on the list goes to Louisiana, due to its bad roads and expensive insurance ($2,989 per year).

Only 38.74 percent of its bridges are in good condition, and commute times hover around 26 minutes.

The good news is that DUI rates are lower here than in many other states, making it not the absolute worst place to be.

Fourth place goes to Arkansas, with one of the highest traffic death rates at 27.87 per 100,000 people.

A surprising 28 per cent of those fatalities happen during rush hour.

Insurance isn’t cheap either, at $2,314 per year on average.

However, a small win is that drivers in Arkansas generally have a shorter commute, and enjoy lower gas prices.

Rounding out the worst five list is Delaware.

Even with good roads and low DUI rates, the state has the highest percentage of rush hour traffic fatalities, at a staggering 31.62 percent.

The state also gets a lot of rain, and has higher gas prices.

While it does have good access to alternative fuel stations, it’s not enough to lift its score out of the list.

With all this negativity, it’s important to remember that there are good states to drive in as well.

At the top of the best list is New Hampshire: great roads, low crime, and cheap insurance make this a driver’s dream.

The state’s ‘Driving Toward Zero’ plan aims to end fatal crashes by 2050.

Car thefts are almost non-existent, and over half the bridges are in good shape.

Vermont is another safe haven for drivers, ranking second on the list.

The state ranks third for road quality and supports smart safety programs like ‘Drive Well Vermont’.

Traffic deaths are low, and bridges are well-maintained.

It’s also a leader in green driving with top-notch alternative fuel access.

Ranking third on the list is Idaho, with the fifth-best roads in the country and some of the lowest rates of speeding and uninsured drivers.

The state scores well for safety, with minimal ice storms or high winds.

While fatal crashes did rise in 2023, officials are working hard to reverse that trend.

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The fourth entry on the list, Wyoming, is a bit of a comeback story.

Once known for poor driving conditions, it’s now one of the best states for drivers.

Low traffic, no tolls, and solid infrastructure all helped it climb the ranks.

While DUI rates are still high, driving in Wyoming has improved dramatically.

Maine finishes off the top five best states for drivers.

Roads are smooth, car thefts are rare, and maintenance costs are the lowest in the US.

Gas prices are cheaper than average too, making Maine a pretty good place to hit the road.

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