For the analysis of state-based restrictions, WalletHub compared the 50 states and District of Columbia using nine metrics, including travel restrictions, face mask requirements in public and restrictions on large gatherings. View the full methodology here.
Five states with the fewest COVID-19 restrictions
1. South Dakota
2. Utah
3. North Dakota
4. Missouri
5. Idaho
Five states with the most COVID-19 restrictions
1. Hawaii
2. Rhode Island
3. District of Columbia
4. Illinois
5. Pennsylvania
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