Does Illinois Have Much Luck When It Comes To Finding Love?

Illinois might be making a comeback this year when it comes to love.

One website studied how much singles spend on dating apps, marriage and divorce rates, and how often people are searching for love online.  Shockingly enough, Illinois makes dating look easy.  Considering the $36 million we shelled out to romance scams over the last few years, we might actually have love on lock this year!

Read More: Illinois Residents Lost $36 Million Because Of Romance Scams 

TOP 5 LUCKIEST STATES FOR FINDING LOVE:

1. Massachusetts
2. New York
3. New Jersey
4. Illinois
5. California

Not too far from Illinois, Wisconsin also ranked #7!

According to the study, Illinois is really good at playing the 'Long Game in Love'.  Couples are more likely to stay together for a hot minute before even considering marriage.  When we finally tie the knot, we're in it forever.

"With 63.93% never married, there’s no rush to settle down—but when they do, they’re in it for the long haul. Marriages here last an average of 21.2 years, proving that relationships aren’t just fleeting bets; they’re carefully played hands." [legaluspokersites]

With over 37,000+ Valentine's Day searches, Illinoisans make sure their love is taken care of every time the 14th rolls around.

Read More: Why Illinois Residents Google 'V-Day' More Than Any Other State 

If you've been in the dating world for far too long and ready to settle down with someone special, I have a few suggestions to spice things up.

• Apply for a dating show; Love Is Blind, Love at First Sight
• Stop paying for dating apps; find genuine connection offline
• Be the first to make a move; people love a confident partner
• Know what YOU want before putting others before you

It took me a few years to really figure out what I loved because I was so blinded by caring for someone else and catering to their every need.  Make sure you put yourself first and enjoy the time you have alone before rushing to settle down.  After all, "the one" usually walks into your life when you least expect it!