The Saddest, Unhappiest Cities in America

12. Akron, Ohio

There’s a long list of issues that can lead to higher unhappiness levels for residents. Akron, according to studies, falls well below other locales in America when it comes to access to healthcare, resources, and healthy foods. Assaults were three times higher in Akron than the national average. One out of every 30 people will likely deal with losing their possessions as a result of a property crime like burglary or car theft.

• Unemployment Rate: 12.60%
• Divorce Rate: 14.4%
• Three-Year Change in Earnings Per Individual: 2.19%
• Well-Being Index Score: 60.70
• Poor Mental Health Days: 4.00
• Misery Score: 78