America's Most Sleep-Deprived Place

Forget the drowsy air-traffic controllers. What are the places that most need a nap? THE DAILY BEAST crunched data provided by Experian Simmons on the number of people who have insomnia or sleep disorders and use pain relievers to combat it.

Top 10 Towns for Insomniacs

Charleston, W.Va.

Mt. Vernon, Ill.

Dayton, Ohio

Springfield, Mo.

Lexington, Ky.

Tri-Cities, Tenn.-Va.

Evansville, Ind.

Roanoke, Va.

Harrisburg, Pa.

Davenport, Iowa

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