Coventry Direct surveyed more than 2,500 Americans across 48 states to determine which states are drinking the most water, and Alabama ranked No. Get our free mobile appAlabama residents reported drinking an average of 6.29 cups of water each day. The study also found that drinking more water may be less about access and more about simply remembering to do it. That's something worth keeping in mind in Alabama, especially during hot and humid days when you're spending extended time outdoors. Top Stories from the Tuscaloosa Thread 8/3 - 8/10) Nine of the top stories published on the Tuscaloosa Thread during the 32nd week of 2026.