1. California — The Ultimate Luxury Playground
With a near-perfect score of 492 out of 500, California is basically living in a permanent state of champagne and sunshine.
- 81 luxury car dealerships
- 531 Michelin Guide restaurants
- 330 luxury hotels
- 40 designer fashion retailers
From Rodeo Drive to Malibu mansions, this is where luxury isn’t a treat—it’s a lifestyle.
2. Florida — Where Vacation Mode Never Ends
Coming in second with a score of 418.5, Florida proves that “treat yourself” is basically a state motto.
Between Palm Beach and Miami, you’ve got:
- 60 luxury car dealerships
- 161 Michelin Guide restaurants
- 233 luxury hotels
- 33 designer retailers
Translation: You don’t visit Florida… you indulge in it.
3. New York — Luxury With an Edge
No shock here—New York (hello, we live here 💁♀️) ranks third with a score of 410.2.
With iconic shopping along Fifth Avenue and one of the most competitive dining scenes in the world:
- 373 Michelin Guide restaurants
- 66 luxury hotels
- 22 designer retailers
It’s fast, fabulous, and just a little bit extra—exactly how we like it.
4. Texas — Big State, Bigger Luxury
Everything’s bigger in Texas—including the luxury scene.
With a score of 392.6, Texas brings:
- 51 luxury car dealerships
- 136 Michelin Guide restaurants
- 97 luxury hotels
And yes, even the stadiums (looking at you, AT&T Stadium) are next-level.
5. Colorado — Quiet Luxury, Mountain Edition
Rounding out the list is Colorado with a score of 365.4—proof that luxury doesn’t have to be loud.
Think:
- Aspen ski chalets
- Cozy (but very expensive) mountain lodges
- Elevated dining with a view
It’s giving stealth wealth in a cashmere ski set.
💭 So…Where Does That Leave Us?
If you’re in New York (hi, Westchester 👋), you’re already in one of the most luxury-driven states in the country.
But what this study really shows is that luxury today isn’t just about money—it’s about access. Access to experiences, design, food, travel, and those little moments that make life feel just a bit more fabulous.
And honestly?
You don’t need to move to California to live well.
Sometimes it’s just:
- booking the nicer hotel
- ordering the good wine
- or finally buying the bag
Because if we’ve learned anything… it’s that boujie is a mindset.
Check out Luxury Travel in the U.S.: Top States Ranked by Holafly’s Boujie Index 2026
