""Nearly half of American adults are single and dating can be especially hard given that the cost of activities and dining out has skyrocketed in recent years," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo explained. The states that perform best, he added, balance strong economies with abundant date options, high concentrations of single residents, relatively even gender ratios and clear interest in dating based on online search behavior."
"On paper, New York checks nearly every box. The state ranked first in the nation for romance and fun, thanks to the sheer density of restaurants, attractions, nightlife, bars, movie theaters and entertainment venues. In other words, there's always somewhere to go, whether that's a dive bar date, a museum wander or a low-stakes coffee that winds up turning into dinner."
"Demographics also play a major role. New York has the fourth-highest share of single adults in the country, along with one of the strongest gender balances among singles in key dating age groups. Singles here are both plentiful actively looking. Search data shows that New Yorkers are far more likely than residents of most other states to look up dating-related terms, indicating real intent rather than passive swiping."
A nationwide ranking places New York second-best for singles, behind Florida, as states are evaluated on dating options, demographics and economic strength. Dating has become more costly as activity and dining prices have risen, increasing the value of states that combine job opportunities with affordable, abundant date venues. New York excels with dense restaurants, nightlife and cultural sites, a high share of single adults, and strong gender balance in key age groups. Search behavior indicates New Yorkers show active interest in dating. Florida tops the list through strong employment growth and many attractions per capita.
Read at Time Out New York
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