#9: California

Rudeness score: 58.82

Rudest cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, San Jose and Riverside

With a rudeness score of 58.82, California’s notoriety for unfriendly behavior is spotlighted in cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco. This state, surprisingly, challenges its sun-kissed, laid-back image with its share of discourtesy.

The Golden State, often seen as a sunny paradise for carefree living, struggles with rude driving habits, especially in populated cities. According to Its_Kakes on Reddit, LA’s anonymity fosters an environment where rudeness is rampant, similar to negative online behavior.