Thinking of popping the big question? You might want to take notes — because a new study just revealed the most romantic states in the U.S., and Rhode Island officially wears the crown.
Texas, Washington, New York, and Ohio round out the top five dreamy destinations to get down on one knee.
The research, by CSDB.gg, looked at how often the word romantic shows up in Tripadvisor reviews for hotels, restaurants, landmarks, and nature spots in each state. Basically, it’s data-driven love science.
Rhode Island: The Proposal Capital 🏆
Tiny state, big romance energy. Rhode Island racks up 2,100 romantic mentions per 100k comments — 50% above the national average for hotels and almost double for nature & parks. Translation: think sunset beach walks and cozy boutique inns that basically do half the proposal work for you.
The Rest of the Top 5 ❤️
- Texas – 1,787 mentions. Its restaurant scene is doing the heavy lifting with romantic vibes 81% above average. Bonus points for spots like the San Antonio River Walk.
- Washington – 1,753 mentions. If you want your “yes” with a side of jaw-dropping nature, this is your place. 77% more romantic reviews for nature than the average.
- New York – 1,734 mentions. Iconic rooftop dinners? Central Park strolls? Yeah, it’s basically a rom-com set waiting for you.
- Ohio – 1,716 mentions. Landmarks and nature score way above the romance benchmark, so don’t sleep on the Midwest for love.
Top 10 Most Romantic States for Proposals
| Rank | State | Romantic Mentions (per 100k) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rhode Island | 2,100 |
| 2 | Texas | 1,787 |
| 3 | Washington | 1,753 |
| 4 | New York | 1,734 |
| 5 | Ohio | 1,716 |
| 6 | Vermont | 1,681 |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | 1,600 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | 1,588 |
| 9 | Hawaii | 1,572 |
| 10 | Oregon | 1,528 |
The Least Romantic States 😬
On the flip side, Montana sits at the very bottom with just 587 mentions per 100k comments. Wyoming and South Dakota also fall flat in the love department, followed by Arizona and Kentucky.
| Rank | State | Romantic Mentions (per 100k) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montana | 587 |
| 2 | Wyoming | 595 |
| 3 | South Dakota | 613 |
| 4 | Arizona | 679 |
| 5 | Kentucky | 766 |
Expert Take 💡
A CSDB.gg spokesperson says:
“A proposal is one of the most important moments in a person’s life. The right location can set the tone — and in the top states, that extra romantic backdrop can really help seal the deal.”
So, if you’re planning to propose in a “least romantic” state, maybe budget for a little extra magic… or a quick trip to Rhode Island.
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