📊 The Gist: Atlanta was identified as the fourth most stressed city in the United States for 2024, according to a study by William Russell. This ranking considers multiple factors, including LGBTQ+ safety, suicide rates, cost of living, cleanliness, and quality of green spaces.
🔍 The Details: The study evaluated various criteria to determine stress levels in cities. Atlanta, with a stress score of 5.03, shows a concerning picture:
- Suicide Rates: The city reported a suicide rate of 14.51 per 100,000 people.
- Cost of Living: Estimated monthly living costs in Atlanta stood at about $1,447.
- City Cleanliness and Tidiness: Atlanta scored 53.44 out of 100, suggesting moderate satisfaction with the city’s cleanliness.
- LGBTQ+ Safety Rating: Atlanta scored 292 in this category, mirroring the ratings of other top-ranked stressed cities.
- Quality of Green Spaces: Interestingly, Atlanta performed relatively well in this area, with a score of 72.73, indicating better quality parks and green spaces compared to other cities in the top five.
🌐 In Context: Atlanta’s ranking is part of a broader study focusing on stress factors in urban environments. This research updates previous findings from 2022, offering a fresh look at how various social, economic, and environmental factors contribute to stress in cities.
🔍 Why It Matters: Understanding the stressors in urban environments like Atlanta is crucial for policymakers, urban planners, and public health officials. It highlights areas requiring attention and improvement, from mental health services to urban cleanliness and living costs.
