Detroit Tops 2025 List of Most Stressed Cities—Is Yours on It?

From economic anxiety and long workweeks to high crime and crumbling infrastructure, a new WalletHub study lays bare the cities where American life is stretched to the limit. Detroit tops the list as the most stressed city in the U.S., while South Burlington, Vermont, claims the title of least stressed. Rust Belt cities and struggling Southern metros dominate the top 10, revealing deep regional divides in financial pressure, family strain, and public safety. With expert analysis and an interactive map, this report offers a sobering look at where stress hits hardest — and why zip code matters more than ever.