The condition of infrastructure is key to evaluating the quality of life for any state’s citizens. In ranking the Best States for infrastructure, use of renewable energy and the quality of roads and bridges were major considerations. While the U.S. is among the top nations for education, entrepreneurship and quality of life, it lags behind in infrastructure, earning a D+ in the American Society of Civil Engineers 2017 report card .

Oregon is the top state for infrastructure. It’s followed by Washington, Utah, Nevada and North Dakota to round out the top five. Half of the 10 states with the best infrastructures also rank among the top 10 Best States overall.

Explore more about the best states for infrastructure below.