These are the most stressful cities in the US

30. Atlanta, Georgia

With some of the worst traffic congestion in the country, Atlanta's heavy traffic is one of the major stressors for its residents. 

28. Chicago, Illinois

Brutal winters aren't the only thing raising Chicago residents' stress levels. The Windy City has a high divorce rate, coupled with an elevated poverty rate. 

26. Indianapolis, Indiana

Indianapolis, Indiana, deals with significant stress and mental health challenges. Workforce stress is also worsened by limited access to care due to limited access to transportation and internet access. 

25. Columbus, Georgia

Columbus, Georgia stands among the most stressed cities in the US due to financial pressures related to transportation and housing.

24. Mobile, Alabama

With nearly four of 10 residents facing stress-related issues, people in Mobile experience significant stress from their work environment and economic pressures. 

20. Montgomery, Alabama

Montgomery faces significant stress with mental health and finances. Financial struggles are prevalent, marked by low-income levels, high debt, and elevated poverty rates.

18. Wilmington, Delaware

Stress factors in Wilmington include economic pressures, job-related stress, social disparities, crime rates, and healthcare access. 

16. Fayetteville, North Carolina

Common stressors in Fayetteville include household income, bill payments, debt-to-earnings ratio, and median credit scores. 

14. San Antonio, Texas

While San Antonio has a low cost of living, its high property crime rate is a major stressor. These include burglary, motor vehicle theft, shoplifting, and vandalism.

12. Jackson, Mississippi

Money-related stress in Jackson is prevalent due to high poverty rates, high unemployment, and financial instability.

10. Toledo, Ohio

Stress in Toledo is largely attributed to high poverty rates, unemployment, housing struggles, and food insecurity. 

8. Birmingham, Alabama

Located in north central Alabama, Birmingham struggles with high poverty rates, low credit scores, and a high divorce rate. Work stress is influenced by long work hours and job insecurity. 

6. Memphis, Tennessee

Memphis ranks high in stress, with work, financial, and family concerns impacting well-being. Crime rates are also a major contributor to stress. 

4. Stockton, California

A significant agricultural hub located in California's Central Valley, major stressors include long working hours and the increasing crime rate, with 1,163 criminal incidents per 100,000 residents reported annually. 

2. Detroit, Michigan

Detroit ranks as the second most stressed city in the US due to high levels of stress related to money, work, family, and health. Detroit faces economic challenges, with over 30% of its population living below the poverty line.