Top 10 Cities in the Happy City Index 2024: Aarhus Leads the Way

The chart highlights the countries with the highest number of visa-free travel destinations in 2024. Singapore leads with access to 195 countries, followed by Italy, Germany, France, Japan, and Spain, each granting access to 192 countries. Other top-ranking nations include Austria, Finland, and the Netherlands, offering travelers wide global mobility.

The Happy City Index 2024 ranks cities based on their quality of life, happiness, and well-being indicators. Aarhus, Denmark, takes the top spot with 1,749.2 points, followed closely by Zurich, Switzerland, and Berlin, Germany. This ranking highlights European cities' prominence in fostering happiness and well-being.

The chart ranks countries by the number of road motor vehicles per 1,000 inhabitants, with San Marino leading at 1,606 vehicles per 1,000 people. Other high-ranking countries include Guernsey, Gibraltar, and Jersey. The data highlights significant variations in vehicle density across nations.

This chart ranks countries based on air pollution levels, specifically the concentration of PM2.5 (measured in μg/m³), and its projected impact on life expectancy. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a PM2.5 guideline of 5 μg/m³, with nations like India, Pakistan, and Nepal showing levels far above this threshold. Elevated pollution correlates with a marked decrease in life expectancy, with high PM2.5 levels potentially reducing life spans by years in some areas.

This chart ranks countries by the annual amount of beer consumed per capita, with Czechia leading at 128 liters. European nations dominate the list, with Austria and Romania following closely behind. This comparison offers insight into global drinking habits, highlighting cultural differences in beer consumption worldwide.

This chart highlights daily meat consumption per person across countries from 1961 to 2021, showing significant regional differences. Hong Kong recorded the highest per capita meat intake in 2021 at 402 grams per day, followed by the United States and Nauru. Consumption levels vary widely, with some nations, such as Indonesia, showing much lower intake at 51 grams per day. These figures illustrate dietary trends and reflect cultural, economic, and agricultural influences on meat consumption globally.

This chart presents the countries that have produced the highest number of Nobel laureates. Leading the list is the United States with a significant 420 laureates, followed by the United Kingdom and Germany, with 142 and 115 winners, respectively. Other prominent countries include France, Sweden, and Japan, which each have dozens of laureates. The data highlights the concentration of Nobel achievements in Western countries, with a few notable contributions from other regions.

This chart ranks countries by their total land area in square kilometers, highlighting the world's largest nations by territory. Russia leads with the most extensive area, covering over 16 million square kilometers, followed by China, the United States, and Canada, each with over 9 million square kilometers. The top ten list includes Brazil, Australia, and Algeria, showcasing geographic diversity across continents.

This chart ranks the top 300 most populated cities worldwide, with Shanghai leading at 21.9 million residents, followed by Delhi and Karachi. China has multiple high-ranking cities, including Beijing, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou, highlighting its urban population concentration. Major cities across Asia, Africa, and other regions showcase significant population densities.

This chart ranks the top countries by electricity production in 2024, with China leading at 8,849 TWh, followed by the United States at 4,287 TWh and India at 1,858 TWh. Russia and Japan also feature prominently, producing 1,167 TWh and 1,034 TWh, respectively. The chart highlights significant contributions from countries like Brazil, Canada, and South Korea, while Australia rounds out the top 20 with 274 TWh.

This chart highlights the countries with the highest percentage of elderly population aged 60 and over. It showcases how some nations have a significantly larger proportion of senior citizens, often due to lower birth rates, higher life expectancy, and advanced healthcare systems. The chart provides insights into global aging trends and compares different regions' aging rates.

This chart highlights the countries with the highest life expectancy around the world. Life expectancy is influenced by various factors, including healthcare quality, living standards, and access to health services. The data compares nations globally, showcasing which countries rank the highest in terms of average life span.

This chart ranks the happiest countries in the world based on the 2024 World Happiness Index. The Happiness Index measures factors such as quality of life, economic stability, social support, life expectancy, freedom, and levels of corruption. Northern European countries are likely to dominate the top spots, as social stability and economic development remain key factors.

This chart compares the Happiness Index of the United States and key Southeast Asian countries from 2006 to 2024. The Happiness Index reflects how satisfied citizens are with their lives. The data is based on annual average values, providing an overview of the general trends in happiness for each country over the specified period.

This chart compares the Happiness Index of Germany and Southeast Asian countries from 2006 to 2024. It visually represents the changes in the Happiness Index for each country, highlighting the differences in happiness levels between Germany and Southeast Asian nations. The data is based on the World Happiness Report.

This chart compares the Happiness Index of Japan and Southeast Asian countries from 2006 to 2024. It visually represents the changes in the Happiness Index for each country, highlighting the differences in happiness levels between Japan and Southeast Asian nations. The data is based on the World Happiness Report.