New Study Ranks Augusta as the Worst State Capital to Live In

Maine’s Capital City, Augusta, is ranked as the the worst state capital, according to a new report from WalletHub.

The rankings are based on numerous factors, including quality of life, education, affordability, crime rate and healthcare.

From WalletHub:

In order to determine which state capitals make the best homes, WalletHub compared all 50 across 48 key indicators of affordability, economic well-being, quality of life, education and health care. Our data set ranges from the cost of living to the quality of K–12 school systems to the crime rate.

Here’s how Augusta ranked in the study’s indicators:
State Capital Index – 39.32
Affordability Rank – 47
Economic Well-Being Rank- 43
Quality of Education & Health Rank – 31
Quality of Life Rank – 44

Source: WalletHub