Is Georgia the most patriotic state in the country? What WalletHub says as July 4 approaches
With the Fourth of July just around the corner and fireworks ready, a new report has Georgians wondering where the state ranks among the most patriotic in the nation.
WalletHub has released its list of the most patriotic states in the U.S. for 2025. See where Georgia stands.
Not quite, but don't count the Peach State out. While Georgia didn't make the top 10, it still proudly waved its flag at No. 22 in the report, with an overall score of 49.73.
Georgia ranked No. 5 in Military Engagement, showing strong support for service members and veterans.
However, it came in at No. 33 for Civic Engagement, meaning there's room to grow when it comes to voting, volunteering, and community involvement.
But let's be honest, patriotism isn't all about numbers. It lives in the backyard barbecues, the hometown parades, and every chorus of 'God Bless America.'
Virginia
Montana
Vermont
Colorado
Oregon
Washington
North Dakota
Maryland
Minnesota
New Hampshire
The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
This day marks the nation's birth as an independent country. This year, it is on Friday.
To find out which states wear their patriotism loudest and proudest, WalletHub compared all 50 states across two main categories: Military Engagement and Civic Engagement.
Using 13 data-driven metrics, from enlistment rates to voter turnout, they scored each state on a 100-point scale. Those scores were then averaged and ranked.
For more information, visit wallethub.com/edu/most-patriotic-states/13680.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Independence Day: Is Georgia the most patriotic state in the US?
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