Florida Ranks High for its Road Transportation

Florida ranks toward the top in the country for its road transportation, according toa July report by the National Economic Council and the Presidents Council of Economic Advisers.

The report found the Sunshine State ranked at the top in several measures of road transportation.

Florida's drivers also pay less than drivers in any other state to maintain their vehicles as a result of Florida's good road transportation, ultimately resulting in around $180 in savings for drivers every year.

According to the American Society of Civil Engineers, only 4 percent of the state's roads were found in disrepair and 17 percent of Florida's bridges are obsolete or deficient.

Florida's sunny climate also contributes to the quality of its roads since the state doesn't experience many freezes which can cause roads to crack.

The Sunshine State does, however, have high tolls and user fees, but transportation experts say Florida's expansive toll system, taxes and user fees guarantee that infrastructure funds keep on coming.