Overview

• Copenhagen has been named the happiest city in the world for 2025, scoring 1,039 points, driven by its focus on sustainability, governance, and public health.
• Zurich ranks second with 993 points, praised for its economic strength, quality of life, and environmentally friendly initiatives.
• Singapore, the highest-ranking city outside Europe, placed third with 979 points, noted for its civic engagement, innovation, and low unemployment.
• New York City is the only U.S. city in the top 25, ranking 17th with 902 points, recognized for its cultural vibrancy and sustainability efforts but held back by healthcare challenges.
• London, the highest-ranking UK city, placed 31st due to strong transport infrastructure but struggled with public health metrics such as a 26% obesity rate.