Philadelphia Cracks the Top 5 List of Most Stressed Cities

If you are a Philadelphian and are feeling stressed, that makes sense. According to a Wallet Hub study on most and least stressed cities, Philadelphia cracks the top 5 most stressed. The study consisted of 182 cities that included the top 150 most populated in the United States, and at least 2 of the most populated cities in each state. The folks over at Wallet Hub took a few things into account in order to get a score for each city. Work stress, which includes, hours, job security, traffic, average commute time, etc. Financial stress, family stress, and health and safety stress.

Philadelphians can attribute some of their work stress to the fact that commuting to work sucks I-95 has been under some sort of construction for my entire life (I'm 35), then it collapsed due to a fire causing even more travel issues (credit to those workers, the governor, etc getting that thing reopened in 2 weeks.) The Schuylkill is 4 lanes between a cliff and a river with no where to expand.  It could be 2 am on a Wednesday and you might hit stand-still traffic.

We know the safety issue part of the health and safety ranking probably has the city in the top 2 without any health issues. Those rankings were determined using crime rate, community well-being, inadequate sleep, adults diagnosed with depression.  All the fun things you want to think about.

Let's take a peak at how Philadelphia came in across those 4 rankings.

Work stress: 8th. Traveling on I-95 and the Schuylkill Expressway 2x per day is all the work stress one person needs.

Financial stress: 9th.

Family stress: 50th. If your family has a relative that is a Cowboys fan, your stress ranking is #1 from late July until January, or whenever the cowboys seasonal collapse happens. Joy!

Health and Safety Stress: 11th.

The rankings give Philadelphia a total score of 55.29. Only 7.33 points from the number 1 position! Something to strive for. Philadelphia's population does dwarf the 4 cities in front by 1 million people. I don't know if that's a good thing for us, but it's definitely bad for Birmingham, Baltimore, Detroit and Cleveland. For the full list you can go here.

What a beautiful part of the Garden State. There are many terrific beach hotels in Cape May, New Jersey that you should stay at. We combed through many Google reviews so you don't have to.

So many of the hotels in Cape May are rooted in the peninsula's deep Victorian-era history. They are lavishly decorated and beautifully colored. The rainbow hues of the buildings in the entirety of Cape May really add to the entire positive experience of being there.

Cape May distinguishes itself from other New Jersey shore towns in so many ways. They have immaculate beaches, a gorgeous promenade of shops rather than a boardwalk, and beautiful views. Plus, for those of you who love something a bit spooky, it is rumored that the town is haunted! While it has many features other beach towns offer, none have the rich history Cape May boasts. So many original structures remain from all the way back to the 19th century. It truly is a gorgeous place to visit.

And, they have some gorgeous hotels to back that up. One hotel even dates back to 1816. That is how deeply engrained history is in this town. You have to make it a stay when you venture to this place. There's so much to do and see, you'll need a place to rest your head that's on par with Cape May's beauty.

La Mer Beachfront Resort has been around for over 50 years. But, the hotel is anything but outdated. Its modern amenities are sure to draw any guest in. This place is literally award-winning. And they don't lie about being "beachfront." They're right next to the ocean.

The Mason Cottage is a charming, quaint place to stay. No, it's not RIGHT on the water, but if you want to be enchanted by the historical side of Cape May, this is the place for you. You're almost transported to an older world when you walk through the doors. You get every modern amenity you'd want in a place that looks fit for royalty.

Angel Of The Sea is an elegant bed and breakfast in Cape May. With its ocean-view wraparound porch and lush detailing, the Angel of the Sea is Victorian Cape May's most romantic bed & breakfast. It's located one-half block from the beach in the quiet East end of town. So much is included in your stay, including afternoon tea, you almost have to stay there.

The Queen Victoria Bed & Breakfast really does make you feel like royalty. Hence its name. This place oozes luxury. Just one block from the beach, this hotel will ensure you have a unique stay. Enjoy the uniqueness of three restored 1880s homes as well as an 1876 gambling parlor. There are gorgeous porches and comfortable parlors with fireplaces.

Grand Hotel Of Cape May is also right on the beach. Literally steps away. They also boast indoor and outdoor heated pools and a great restaurant and lounge. The sundeck is a great place to lay and watch the ocean (and the people walking by) as you relax. The hotel is as grand as its name suggests.

Now this place is teeming with history. Starting in 1816, Congress Hall has been providing guests with American classic hospitality and old-world charm. It's a huge property sitting just a short walk from the beach. The place has been updated over the years and now includes modern amenities such as a spa and three restuarants.

Yes, the Periwinkle Inn is bright purple-y pink. This hotel is literally, and I mean literally, steps from the beach. It features a really nice pool and activity area. Plus, the staff are very friendly and accommodating. The rooms are modern and updated nicely as well.