Dystopian, expensive California city named the healthiest in the entire state, ranking finds

Other California cities that made the list include San Diego, Irvine, and Los Angeles, further highlighting the state's strong emphasis.Photo byJosh HildonUnsplash

San Francisco has been named the healthiest city in the United States, according to a new ranking by WalletHub. The study, which compared 182 cities across the nation, evaluated the healthiness of each location based on four key dimensions: Health Care, Food, Fitness, and Green Space. Among these, San Francisco outshined all other cities, securing the top spot not only in California but also nationwide.

Other California cities that made the list include San Diego, Irvine, and Los Angeles, further highlighting the state's strong emphasis on health and wellness.

WalletHub's comprehensive analysis took into account 41 relevant metrics, ranging from access to healthcare and availability of healthy food options to opportunities for physical activity and the presence of green spaces. Each metric was graded on a 100-point scale, with higher scores indicating better conditions for leading a healthy lifestyle.