50 States

These are boring compared to some others in the database.

America has no shortage of cool license plate designs—and plenty of weird ones, too.

Which offbeat attraction do you want to visit?

Let’s take a roadtrip through the country, with stops at a self-flushing latrine, a collection of human brains, and much more.

If you want to start a family, consider settling down in one of the best states for new parents.

Here's where residents of each state like to visit when it's time to travel.

See where Doritos, Sour Patch Kids, and other processed snacks rank on this map of America's favorite junk foods.

It's not every day you get paid to eat cotton candy.

This dream job includes a week of free hotel stays and pays $15,000 (plus other perks).

Curious about pet name trends for 2023? Here are the most popular for dogs and cats across the United States.

Know what to say when you visit Little Rhody.

Familiarize yourself with these 13 expressions and your Ocean State stay will be that much smoother and more satisfying.

Nope, Rhode Island is definitely not part of New York.

We debunk one myth about each state in the U.S., from the Rocky Mountain not-so-high of Colorado to New Mexico. That’s right, New Mexico.

There are around 2.5 million used, new, and rare books housed inside New York City's multiple Strand Bookstore locations.

In honor of Independent Bookstore Day, we've picked the best bookshop in every state—plus a few others we loved. Did your favorite make the list?

Not all states are equally good to retirees.

No, Florida is not number one. (But it's close.)

Roughly 288 populated places in the U.S. bear this name. Good thing we have zip codes.

Your state has probably seen some unbelievable weather.

California once hit -45°F degrees.

A small sampling of our 50+ regional dish selections

You probably know about Chicago's deep dish pizza and New York City's famous bagels, but what's the signature regional dish in Alabama? Or Idaho?

Kalanianaole Highway hugs the coast near Honolulu, Hawaii.

If your commute is a nightmare, blame where you live.

Think your state is wicked smart? Discover where it ranks in this list.

Think your state is wicked smart? Here are the brightest states in the U.S., according to a recent analysis.

Head to Mississippi if you're searching for the most affordable state in the nation.

Mississippi is the cheapest state to live in right now, but here are a few more you might not have known about.

Nearly half of all U.S. states seem to agree that Doritos is one of the best snack foods of all time.

This would brighten up your Instagram feed.

North Dakota’s sunflower season is almost over, but these captivating photos and videos won’t fade.

It's not everywhere that you can walk on a lake—but you can in Alaska.

If snow sports and curling up with a good book and steaming mug of tea are your favorite activities, you might want to consider moving to one of America's chilliest states.

Your credit card probably has a return address in Delaware. That's because the second smallest state in the country has some of the biggest corporate perks.

If browsing Zillow causes you stress, this list may put things into perspective.

From greasy spoons in small towns to famous restaurants in bigger cities, here are some of the best diners in all 50 states.

The Appalachian Mountains have a long, fascinating history.

The Appalachian Mountains occupy a towering spot in North American cultural identity, thanks in part to the Appalachian Trail. The rugged peaks have been influencing the continent for a lot longer than we’ve been around to appreciate them.

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