The Saddest, Unhappiest Cities in America

17. Macon, Georgia

The city lies in the center of the state, just under 90 miles from Atlanta. Tornadoes are a huge stressor for residents here throughout their city’s history, and they’ve dealt with significant losses of property, livelihoods, and loved ones. Poverty and unemployment rates have soared. Vacant commercial properties and declining neighborhoods exist across the city. It’s hard to not feel miserable in those circumstances.

• Unemployment Rate: 18.70%
• Divorce Rate: 12.3%
• Three-Year Change in Earnings Per Individual: 6.58%
• Poor Mental Health Days: 4.10
• Misery Score: 86.6