Finland Named Happiest Country for Eighth Consecutive Year in Global Rankings

The 2025 World Happiness Report highlights Nordic dominance, U.S. decline, and the growing importance of social trust in global happiness trends.

Finland retains its position as the happiest country in the world, followed by Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden, continuing Nordic countries' dominance in the rankings.
Costa Rica and Mexico make their first appearances in the top 10, ranking 6th and 10th respectively, showcasing regional shifts in global happiness.
Germany improves slightly to 22nd place, while the United States drops to its lowest-ever position at 24th, reflecting broader declines in social trust and satisfaction.
Afghanistan remains the least happy country, ranking last at 147th, with significant disparities in happiness levels persisting globally.
The report underscores the critical role of social trust, generosity, and community connections in fostering happiness, while highlighting the links between declining trust and political polarization in some regions.