Minnesota ranks 5th best state to live in, with Wisconsin at 4th, according to WalletHub. The study evaluated states on affordability, economy, education, health, quality of life, and safety using 51 metrics. Minnesota ranks 3rd lowest in poverty, 5th in education and health, and 10th in quality of life. Neighboring states Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota ranked 12th, 16th, and 18th respectively.