Texas ranks second in nation in cultural diversity

Texas is now one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse states in the country right behind California, according to a new study by Wallethub.

The study ranks Texas second in the nation overall in diversity, with the state earning high marks across several factors, such as industry, linguistic and racial and ethnic diversity.

The history of Texas encompasses a vast majority of different cultures and ideas, stemming from a variety of Americans, indigenous and Mexican ethnic groups.