Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Family Structure Index was released by the Center for Christian Virtue and The Institute for Family Studies. Wisconsin ranks 24th as the strongest family culture in the country. The Family Structure Index measures which states have the most stable and sustainable families, highlighting the importance of strong families for the future of our state and nation.
The Index analyzes demographic and fertility data to determine which states are best situated to improve the prospects for happy and healthy children and the economic well-being of a state. Utah ranks at the top, and Rhode Island ranks last.