Sanibel voted "America's 3rd Happiest Seaside Town!"
LAST UPDATED: 08 May 2013

How did Coastal Living magazine determine the winners of this vast list of nominated towns? After receiving all the nominations, Coastal Living ranked their "Happiest Seaside Towns" using the Gallup Healtyways Well-Being Index. This index takes into account: percentage of sunny days, health of the beaches, commute times, crime ratings, walkability, standard of living, financial well-being of community residents & geographic diversity. The editor contributed by measuring each town's "coastal vibe". In February they determined their top 10 towns and let readers vote.

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