This chart compares the Happiness Index of the United States with various European countries from 2006 to 2024. The Happiness Index, based on Gallup's World Happiness Report, measures factors such as economic conditions, social support, and health status. Overall, European countries tend to have higher happiness scores, while the US maintains a moderate level of happiness throughout the years.
Comparison of Happiness Index in the US and European Countries, 2006-2024
This chart compares the Happiness Index of the United States with various European countries from 2006 to 2024.
The Happiness Index is a measure of subjective well-being based on survey data. It typically evaluates various factors including economic stability, social support, health conditions, freedom, levels of corruption, and social trust to provide an overall happiness score.
| Rank | Name | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
1 | Finland | 7.74 pts |
2 | Denmark | 7.58 pts |
3 | Iceland | 7.53 pts |
4 | Sweden | 7.34 pts |
5 | Netherlands | 7.32 pts |
6 | Norway | 7.30 pts |
7 | Luxembourg | 7.12 pts |
8 | Switzerland | 7.06 pts |
9 | Austria | 6.91 pts |
10 | Belgium | 6.89 pts |
11 | Ireland | 6.84 pts |
12 | Czech Republic | 6.82 pts |
13 | Lithuania | 6.82 pts |
14 | United Kingdom | 6.75 pts |
15 | Slovenia | 6.74 pts |
16 | United States | 6.72 pts |
17 | Germany | 6.72 pts |
18 | France | 6.61 pts |
19 | Romania | 6.49 pts |
20 | Estonia | 6.45 pts |