10 Worst Cities for Allergies and Why

9. Jackson, Mississippi

The sights may be beautiful, but this is one city you’ll want to stay clear of if you suffer from allergies. Jackson, Mississippi scored a perfect 100 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America for allergy sufferers. Its pollen levels are worse than average with 300 grains of daily airborne pollen per cubic meter.

If you live in the area and you have allergies, it’s likely that you’re mediated. Jackson is also considered worse than average on the number of patients who use allergy medication. You’re also hard pressed to find an allergist as there is an average 1.05 board certified allergists for every 10,000 allergy sufferers.