The Most Popular Car By U.S. States
Whether you live in the wet and frigid northeast or the hot and dry west, your state has most popular car. The cars that people in each state buy the most typically are bought based on a few common factors including affordability and reliability. While there are some cars that are popular across a lot of states, other cars are unique to the state's culture and history. Check out your state's most popular vehicle and learn something new about where you live. If you are in the market for another car, seeing what your neighbors are driving and why just might help you decide on what to get next.
Alabama: Honda Civic
The first state on this list, Alabama is also known as the "Heart of Dixie." It is occupied by residents who value the reliability you can only get with a Honda Civic. With an average daily commute of 24 minutes one way and most households in the state owning two cars, a Honda Civic is a responsible choice for most of the population.
As motorized vehicles are the top domestic product shipped out of Alabama, it's safe to say that the population here knows a thing or two about quality cars.
Alaska: Ford Explorer
In a state that is as open and spacious as it is cold, it is no surprise that the most popular car in the state is the Ford Explorer. While the average commute is shorter than some states at only 19 minutes one way, driving conditions definitely vary here from almost every other state in the country.
Alaska also has a large number of fishermen, hunters and geological technicians, which require a larger vehicle for field-related work.
Arizona: Honda Civic
Home of the Grand Canyon and carved throughout by the Colorado River, Arizona is best known for being a beautiful scenery full of basins, ranges, and color.
The sixth-largest physical state, Arizona climates range from hot and dry to forests, mountains, and canyons so having a car that is durable is key to living here. Honda Civics are an ideal choice to withstand the hot and cold temperatures that are common in Arizona.
Arkansas: Nissan Altima
Nestled between Oklahoma and Mississippi, the "Natural State's" most popular car is the Nissan Altima. An affordable car with a little bit of fun and luxury, the Altima is a great car for those looking for a smooth ride at an entry-level price.
With Arkansas also experiencing more bouts of extreme weather such as tornadoes, hail and severe thunderstorms, the Altima is also a very durable car that will last residents through it all.
California: Honda Civic
One of the most well-known and popular places in the world, California has got it going on. Residents here in the Golden State find that the Honda Civic suits their travel and daily commute needs best.
With California being one of the largest states in size and population, the average daily commute is 28 minutes one way and Californians made a great choice in the Honda Civic, which gets over 30 miles to the gallon.
Florida: Toyota Corolla
Home of Disney World, the Kennedy Space Center, beaches and warm weather alike, Florida is a popular destination for the young and the old.
The Corolla is really well-liked in Florida because of its sleek body style and price. Florida is the flattest state in the country so people living there can choose to buy cars that are not only practical but also reliable and stylish. This sums up everything great that you will find in a Toyota Corolla.
Hawaii: Toyota Corolla
The only U.S. state completely made up of islands and the world's largest island chain, Hawaii's residents know a thing or two about being resourceful and making the most of what they have as a state that heavily relies upon its own ecosystem of goods and services as it's over a thousand miles away from the nearest state.
The Corolla is a solid car that perfectly reflects the resourcefulness and beauty that inhabits the islands of Hawaii.
Indiana: Chevrolet Malibu
Also known as the Hoosier State, Indiana is a place with close to seven million people and almost half of all of them own a vehicle and commute to work.
The average daily commuting time for a driver in Indiana is 23 minutes and the most popular car in the state is the Chevrolet Malibu. The Malibu is the perfect midsize car because of its gas mileage and nimble size to navigate city streets.
Kansas-Ford Focus
The Sunflower State is home to almost 3,000,000 people, and 82.4% of the working population commutes to work. The most popular car in Kansas, the Ford Focus is a compact fuel-efficient car that is ideal for the people that live there.
With an average daily commute time of 18 minutes one way, drivers in Kansas save a lot of money every year by choosing a car the Focus which has an entry price of $17,950.
Kentucky: Toyota Camry
Known for horse racing and fried chicken, Kentucky drivers prefer the Toyota Camry over other similar models. On average, a driver will have a 23-minute commute to work and the majority of households in Kentucky have at least two cars.
With the median income coming in over $12,000 less annually than the U.S. average, drivers need something that is affordable and reliable, making the Toyota Camry an ideal car for both the budget and longevity.
Louisiana: Nissan Altima
The crawfish capital of the world is home to almost five million people who drive an average of 25 minutes one way. The most popular car in the state is the Nissan Altima which comes as no surprise due to its price and flair, as the average household income comes in almost $15,000 less annually than the rest of the country.
The residents of Louisiana know how to have a good time and the Nissan Altima is the perfect car for that.
Maine: Ford Focus
In the state that produces 90% of the country's lobster supply, the residents of Maine are keen to recognize what affordable luxury looks like. Though Maine is smaller in terms of population with less than 1.5 million people, the average driver in Maine will face a daily commute of 23 minutes.
The Ford Focus is an ideal car for the people of Maine because of its compact size. The Focus is also very versatile and comes in a variety of styles and trim levels to suit almost any driver.
Massachusetts: Honda Civic
A smaller state in size, Massachusetts is one that is long in commutes with an average 29-minute commute and a population of almost seven million people.
Space and efficiency are key here and that's what makes the Honda Civic the number one car in the state. Small yet agile and spacious on the inside, though it may look cramped, there is room to go around thanks to Honda’s amazing engineering.
Michigan: Chevrolet Malibu
In the Car Capital of the world, one could expect that the drivers in Michigan would choose nothing short of an amazing car. The Chevrolet Malibu is a combination of both sport and luxury and is perfect for Michigan residents.
The Malibu is a powerful midsize sedan that comes in at less than its competitors and delivers more. With an average commute time of 24 minutes, a Michigan driver will have a short ride but smooth ride with the Chevrolet Malibu.
Mississippi: Nissan Altima
The Magnolia State, Mississippi is home to some of the most beautiful forests and scenery in the South. It's no wonder that the Nissan Altima is the most popular car in the state because of its beauty as well.
A mid-size sedan, the Altima proves time and time again that you don't have to spend a lot of money to have a nice fancy ride. With the Altima getting almost 30 mpg, drivers in Mississippi have plenty of fuel in the tank to go on long scenic rides.
New Mexico: Honda Civic
In the "Green Chile Capital of the World," the Honda Civic reigns supreme as the most popular car among drivers. Drivers in New Mexico have a shorter commute of only 21 minutes so a Honda Civic is both practical and affordable.
Some pre-owned Honda Civics can cost as low as $5,000 which makes it a perfect entry-level car for someone on a budget. Honda's newest Civic has even more options with five different trims available for every driver.
Ohio: Honda Civic
Ohio is the home of the Ohio State Buckeyes College Football Team and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Five million commuters drive 46 minutes every day back and forth to work here.
The Honda Civic is the car of choice for drivers in Ohio. It's a vehicle that reflects their culture and which has a solid reputation for being one of the best in its class as well as reliable.
Washington: Honda Civic
The state of Washington sits at the border of Canada and the United States in the top westernmost corner of the United States. Washington is popular for being the birthplace of one of the wealthiest men in the world, Bill Gates, and the largest producer of apples in the country.
Washington is the most glaciated state in the country with over 3,000 glaciers spread out across its vast landscape. The Honda Civic is the most popular car among residents and drivers there.
West Virginia: Ford Focus
With almost two million residents, West Virginia is considered one of the most beautiful states to visit in the U.S. because of its mountains and large colorful forests.
Sitting almost in the middle of the southern and northern halves of the U.S., West Virginia isn't fully considered either. To explore the state and ride through the daily average commute of 50 minutes, West Virginians choose the Ford Focus.
