PHOENIX — Scottsdale was recently crowned as the best place in Arizona to celebrate the Fourth of July.
WalletHub bestowed the title upon the Valley city last week in its list of 100 best and worst places in the U.S. to celebrate Independence Day.
Scottsdale was ranked 11th in the nation.
Why was Scottsdale No. 1 for Arizona Fourth of July celebrations?
The personal finance website calculated the rankings based on the following five criteria: Fourth of July celebrations, affordability, the weather forecast for the Fourth of July, safety and accessibility, and attractions and activities.
Any storm activity in the Valley is expected to clear out before the Fourth of July holiday.
Each city was given a score out of 100 in each of the five categories.
Researchers then calculated a weighted average for each city.
Other best places for Arizona Fourth of July celebrations
Scottsdale scored 60.65 total points, narrowly missing a place in the top 10.
While Scottsdale rated 11th in weather, 21st in affordability and 22nd in attractions and activities, it placed 44th in Fourth of July celebrations and 53rd in safety and accessibility.
Coming in at No. 22, Tucson was the next best city to celebrate the holiday in Arizona, followed by Mesa (34), Phoenix (43), Gilbert (58), Chandler (66) and Glendale (69).
Newark, New Jersey, was found to be the worst city to spend the Fourth of July.
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