Ohio ranks among the top states in the nation for trick-or-treating, according to a recent study.
Kuru Footwear, a shoe company, analyzed all 50 states based on walkability, child population, Google search interest in trick-or-treating, pedestrian safety and average Halloween temperatures to determine which offer the best conditions for trick-or-treaters.
The study named Ohio as the second-best state, citing its “strong mix of Halloween spirit and family presence.” The Buckeye State reported a high search interest in trick-or-treating and a pedestrian fatality rate of 1.08 deaths per 100,000 people.
According to the company, Ohio typically experiences temperatures around 50 degrees on Halloween and has an average population of residents under 18 at 21.7 percent, contributing to active neighborhoods on Halloween night. However, the state could improve its walkability.
Illinois ranked as the best state for trick-or-treating, leading in walkability and showing consistent search interest in Halloween festivities. Average Halloween temperatures in Illinois are about 51 degrees.
The full top 10 states for trick-or-treating, according to the study, are:
1. Illinois
2. Ohio
3. Wisconsin
4. Indiana
5. Utah
6. Pennsylvania
7. Iowa
8. New Hampshire
9. Michigan
10. Minnesota
The complete study is available on the Kuru Footwear website. Trick-or-treat times for central Ohio can be found online.