6. Michigan
Michigan is a large and diverse state that touches four of the five Great Lakes. Detroit is a world away from, say, Marquette.
Even so, the Wolverine State as a whole suffers from a myriad of quality-of-life issues.
The violent crime rate is relatively high, and not just in the cities.
High ozone levels hurt air quality.
The legislature recently increased the tourism budget to attract more international visitors.
Based on the most recent figures from the Commerce Department, the money is badly needed.
- 2014 Quality of Life score: 82 points (out of 300)
- Weaknesses: Air quality, crime rate, local attractions
- Strength: Health insurance coverage
- 2013 Quality of Life rank: 43
- 2014 Top States overall rank: 26
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