New York isn’t just the city that never sleeps — the whole state is bleary eyed.
The Empire State has the drowsiest denizens in the US, a new study found.
Researchers analyzed demographic data from Google search results for over 400 different sleep deprivation-related terms and phrases.
For every 100,000 residents, New York averages 647.59 monthly searches for ways to combat insomnia, according to the findings, commissioned by mattress retailer Amerisleep.
The key word with the most interest in the state was “insomnia,” with an average of 24,650 monthly searches.
Virginia had the second most residents running on fumes, with an average of 617.22 monthly searches per 100,000 people, followed by Hawaii, with an average monthly search count of 608.88.
“Restless leg syndrome” was the most searched term for Virginians, while “sleep paralysis” topped searches from the Aloha State.
It was unclear, though, if Hawaii’s results included searches from jet-lagged tourists.
Massachusetts residents searched most for ways to stop “snoring,” and finished fourth sleepiest with an average of 605.51 monthly searches per 100,000 residents.
Nevada rounded out the top 5 with an average of 603.42 monthly searches per 100,000 people. The most popular search term in the Silver State was simply “how to fall asleep.”
The most well-rested state in the union is Montana, according to the study, which looked at per capita results.
Mississippi followed Montana, with an average of 443.64 monthly searches. Idaho finished 48th, with 451.21 monthly searches, while Arkansas clocked in at No. 47 with 460.82 searches on average per month.
New Mexico was the fifth least sleep-deprived state, with an average of 470.00 47 searches each month.
Locally, Connecticut was named the 15th sleepiest state, with an average of 582.91 monthly searches. And New Jersey was the 17th most sapped state, experiencing 567.71 average monthly searches for sleep issues.
A press release from Amerisleep notes most people will occasionally struggle to fall asleep.
Those with long-term sleep deprivation are at a higher risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety.
“Research shows that just a few nights of poor sleep can raise biomarkers associated with cardiovascular risk, and that insufficient sleep over time can significantly increase the chances of serious medical events, including heart attacks and stroke,” the statement reads.
“Even short-term sleep loss can impair memory, mood, and concentration, increasing the risk of accidents and poor decision-making.”
The seasonal shift can also cause people to lose sleep.
“Shifting schedules, residual heat, and early signs of seasonal stress can all interfere with regular sleep,” the statement explained. “Maintaining a consistent bedtime and wake time, including on weekends, can help stabilize the body’s internal clock.
“While the occasional sleep-in can help recover from short-term deficits, long-term health depends on making quality sleep a daily priority.”
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