America’s most hated states revealed… is yours on the list? | 30 April 2026 | Americans have spoken out about which states they love to hate. A ranking has named Illinois the most disliked state in the nation, with 25 percent of its own residents saying it is the worst place to live. New York was ranked third, with a significant portion of residents admitting they believe their own state ranks among the worst… Even rivalries appear to play a role, with Massachusetts residents reportedly naming New York as their least favorite neighbor, possibly fueled by long-standing sports grudges and regional tensions. Connecticut presented an unusual case. While no other states singled it out as their most hated neighbor, nearly 17 percent of Connecticut residents themselves said they disliked living there, suggesting the harshest criticism may sometimes come from within.