Utah named best state for future livability.

• Author: Cutler, Sarah
• Position: Around Utah - Brief article

Salt Lake City -- The Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index confirmed Utah's leading position as one of the nation's best places to live. The forward-looking index ranked states on several metrics that indicate a positive lifestyle environment now and in the future. Utah's No. 1 livability ranking was significantly ahead of the rest of the country.

"Results like these continue to prove that Utah really is the best state in the nation now, and Utah is well positioned for long-term success," says Gov. Gary R. Herbert. "The state's strong showing in economic factors mirrors Utah's successful approach to building a positive...