The United States is a big country: Fifty states spread across the continent, thousands of cities to live in. But which state is the right one for you? Where will you have the most opportunities?

Some states are perfect for the intelligent, driven women of today. It’s easy to identify the qualities of a top-notch state: plenty of economic opportunity, strong education and health care systems, safe streets, and a sense of community and culture. Without further ado, and with the help of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR), here are our top five states for women.

#1: District of Columbia

#2: Maryland

#3 Massachusetts

#4: Minnesota

#5: Vermont