With around 50% of the population fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of August 4, and vaccination being essential for getting the economy back on track, WalletHub today released updated rankings for the Safest States During COVID-19, along with accompanying videos and audio files. 

In order to find out the safest states during the COVID-19 pandemic, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across five key metrics. Our data set includes the rates of COVID-19 transmission, positive testing, hospitalizations and death, as well as the share of the eligible population getting vaccinated. Below, you can see highlights from the report, along with a WalletHub Q&A.

Florida’s Safety During Coronavirus (1=Best; 25=Avg.):

• 22nd – Vaccination Rate
• 48th – Positive Testing Rate
• 51st – Hospitalization Rate
• 48th – Death Rate

Note: Rankings are based on data available as of 12:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 4, 2021.

View the full report and your state’s rank.