This one might actually come as a surprise to some, but it seems that Maryland living is pretty great for women. The female citizens of the Old Line State earn a median income of $47,175 and more than a third hold college degrees. However, while the women of Maryland have the wealthy and wise angles covered, they fall short of a trifecta on the health front: more than 60% of women there are overweight.
The 5 Best U.S. States for Women
Which states top the list of the best places to live for women? iVillage takes a look at the places where the nation's healthy, wealthy and wise women reside.