New report ranks Indiana as 4th Best State for Trick-or-Treating

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Article provided by: KURU Footwear

For kids, Halloween is pure magic. It’s one of the most exciting nights of the year—a time to transform into astronauts, witches, or superheroes and head into the night on a mission: fill the bag with as much candy as possible.

The tradition of trick-or-treating brings families out into their neighborhoods, lighting up sidewalks with laughter, costumes, and the crunch of fallen leaves. It's a chance for kids to soak up every sweet moment, while adults do their best to keep up.

Of course, all that walking can come with a few spooky side effects, such as aching feet and the challenge of staying safe on dimly lit streets. That’s why a great trick-or-treating experience depends on more than just costumes and candy. The environment around you matters, too.

So, KURU Footwear looked at all 50 states and ranked them based on five key factors, from pedestrian safety to average temperatures on Halloween night. Which states came out on top? Let’s take a closer look.

Their rankings are based on five data points that reflect both fun and safety. They factored in things like walkability, pedestrian fatalities per 100,000 people, the percentage of children in each state, Halloween weather, and Google search trends data.

Put it all together, and you get a well-rounded look at which states offer the best setup for a safe, spirited night of trick-or-treating.

Indiana ranks fourth, behind Illinois, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Indiana has the second-largest child population in the top 10, with nearly 23% of residents under 18. High search interest shows families are eager to celebrate, and an average Halloween temperature of 51°F keeps the evening comfortable. Together, these factors make Indiana a welcoming place for trick-or-treaters.

Utah is fifth in the rankings.