Regional Disparities in German Life Satisfaction Revealed
The latest BiB study shows varied satisfaction levels across Germany, with notable differences between age groups and regions.
- Life satisfaction in Germany has increased since the pandemic in 2021, reaching 7.2 out of 10 before slightly declining due to economic concerns.
- Schleswig-Holstein, Brandenburg, and Rheinland-Pfalz rank highest in life satisfaction, while Saarland and Sachsen-Anhalt have the lowest scores.
- Southern Germany reports the highest satisfaction among 18-49-year-olds, while the North and East have the largest shares of less satisfied individuals.
- Older adults in South Germany exhibit the highest satisfaction, with differences more pronounced compared to younger age groups.
- Factors like economic conditions, environmental quality, and social connections significantly influence regional satisfaction levels.