Are you feeling tired? Worn down? Are your eyes slowly drooping shut, while the work day drains you of all energy or ability to complete tasks?
Have you considered having a cup of coffee?
A steaming cup of java is one of life’s simplest and best pleasures. The scent is intoxicating, the taste is delightful, and the jolt of energy is nothing short of miraculous. But while coffee is a universal pleasure – 75% of Americans drink it daily – some cities are havens for the javaphiles of the world, while others are virtual caffeine deserts.
“Coffee has become a staple of American culture, helping people stay energized for the workday and bond with friends or dates. But the costs of having one or more cups of Joe daily can add up, especially as prices inflate,” said Chip Lupo, an analyst at the consumer finance website WalletHub.
“In the cities that are craziest about coffee, the average household may spend as much as $280 per year on the beverage. At the same time, as much as 30% of the population has machines for making coffee at home.”
WalletHub ranked the best cities in America for coffee lovers, based on their performance across 12 metrics. The criteria included the number of coffee shops with free wifi, the cost of a cappuccino, and the share of households with adult coffee drinkers.
Whether you love mochas, cortados, or old-fashioned black coffee, continue reading to learn more about the 10 best cities for coffee lovers in America.
Detroit is the fifth worst city in America for coffee lovers. The Motor City has the lowest average spending on coffee and the lowest percentage of homes with coffee makers.
Lubbock, Texas is the fourth worst city in America for coffee lovers. Cappuccinos cost more money in Lubbock than anywhere else in the country.
Hialeah, Florida is the third worst city in America for coffee lovers. The Florida city has the second-fewest coffee shops per capita of any major American city.
Toledo is the second worst city in America for coffee lovers. The average Toledo household spends less on coffee than all but one city.
Laredo is the worst city in America for coffee lovers. It has the fewest number of affordable, well-reviewed coffee shops of any city in the country.
Orlando is the fifth best city in America for coffee lovers. It has the second most coffee shops per capita of any major American city.
Honolulu is the fourth best city in America for coffee lovers. The Aloha State is one of the few parts of the United States that actually grows coffee beans. Honolulu boasts the fourth highest number of coffee shops per capita.
Seattle is the third best city in America for coffee lovers. The birthplace of Starbucks (SBUX) has the highest number of affordable, well-reviewed coffee shops per capita.
San Francisco is the second best city in America for coffee lovers. The notoriously ambitious residents of Silicon Valley spend an average of $280 on coffee annually, to fuel their tech ambitions. The city is also home to the second highest number of affordable, well-reviewed coffee shops per capita.
Portland is the best city in America for coffee lovers. In addition to its large number of affordable coffee shops, Portland also boasts the largest number of coffee and tea manufacturers per capita.
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