Miami Named "Happiest City in America" According to Survey

Are you happy? What does it truly mean to be happy? Well according to the 2021 Mindbody Wellness Index, Miami is the “Happiest City in America.”

Now some of you may be scratching your head for good reason. The same survey ranked Miami as the #8 most stressed city in America.

But whether you’re a glass half empty or half full kind of person, let’s see what Mindbody had to say about the Magic City. After reading, head over to our Instagram and let us know what you think.

#1. Miami, FL 

The happiest city in America is Miami, with 70% of residents saying they feel happy most of the time. This is the second year in a row Miami has ranked first on the list (supporting happiness pre- and post-pandemic). Miami is not only the happiest city but the healthiest and most active city as well. With more than 87% of people who live there working out once a week or more, they are moving their bodies as much as our world is moving us. Miami is making it a priority to look and feel good; residents invest an average of $74 a month on beauty and grooming services—more than any other US city. It’s also the second-most spiritually fulfilled city, with 70% of residents claiming they feel spiritually fulfilled. It seems that no matter how hard outside circumstances may get, Miami residents know a few tricks for finding and attaining happiness.