Sleep? Not in These Cities. See Who’s Losing the Most Zzzs

If you’ve been hitting snooze a little too often lately, you’re not alone—especially if you live in Norfolk, Virginia. A new study analyzing data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified the most sleep-deprived cities in the U.S., and Norfolk claims the dubious honor of landing at the top of the list.

The research examined sleep patterns across 100 major metropolitan areas and ranked cities by how often residents report getting insufficient sleep. Norfolk leads the nation in sleepless nights, followed by New Orleans, and Detroit. Rounding out the top ten are Toledo, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, Laredo, Cleveland, and Memphis.

While the rankings may raise eyebrows, the geography of sleeplessness is telling.

Most of the top 10 are located in the eastern half of the country, and Ohio stands out with three cities on the list—an indicator that sleep issues may be more regional than random. Whether it’s work schedules, stress, or late-night football heartbreaks (looking at you, Browns fans), some cities clearly aren’t catching enough Zs.

On the flip side, if you’re hoping for better shuteye, you might want to head west. The ten least sleep-deprived cities include Minneapolis, Seattle, and San Jose. Also making the well-rested list are Madison, Boise, St. Paul, Denver, Lincoln, Oakland, and San Francisco.

Notably, California and Minnesota each have multiple cities among the best sleepers list, suggesting that lifestyle, environment, or perhaps even local policy might play a role in promoting better rest.

With sleep deprivation linked to serious health concerns—including heart disease, obesity, and depression—this isn’t just a ranking to laugh off. Experts recommend that adults aim for at least seven hours of sleep per night, though a third of Americans regularly fall short.

So whether you’re sleepless in Norfolk or a snoozer in Seattle, it may be time to rethink those late-night scrolling habits. Your body—and maybe your city’s reputation—will thank you.