[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan today announced that WalletHub ranked Minnesota the best state in the nation for health care. Minnesota’s ranking is based on 44 key indicators in 3 categories of competitiveness: cost, access, and outcomes.

“With our world-renowned health care institutions, Minnesota is leading the nation in providing high-quality care,” said Governor Walz. “This year, we took further action to lower price of prescription drugs and help families access affordable health care – and we’ll keep fighting to get our children and families the health care they need and deserve.”

“This ranking highlights what we already know: Minnesota is a national leader in health care and quality of life for children and families,” said Lieutenant Governor Flanagan. “Whether it’s lowering the price of prescription drugs or expanding comprehensive health care coverage, we’ll continue working to ensure every single Minnesotan has access to affordable, quality care that meets their needs.”

This ranking comes as Minnesota was recently named a top-five state for business and a top-five state to live and work.