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| indicator | value | unit |
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| Population | 60.6 | mil. |
| Visitors per year | 76.3 | mil. |
| Renewable energy | 13.2 | % |
How’s Life?
Italy performs well across a number of of well-being dimensions relative to other countries in the Better Life Index. Italy outperforms the average in health, work-life balance and civic engagement. It underperforms average in income, employment, education, environmental quality, social connections and life satisfaction. These assessments are based on available selected data.
Money, while it cannot buy happiness, is an important means to achieving higher living standards. In Italy,the average household net-adjusted disposable income per capita is USD29 431 a year, slightly lower than the OECD average of USD30 490 a year.
In terms of employment,about 58% of people aged 15 to 64 in Italy have a paid job, below the OECD employment average of 66%. Some 67% of men are in paid work, compared with 49% of women.In Italy, 3% of employees work very long hours in paid work, below the OECD average of 10%, with 4% of men working very long hours in paid work compared with 2% of women.
Good education and skills are important requisites for finding a job. In Italy,63% of adults aged 25-64 have completed upper secondary education, lower than the OECD average of 79%. However, completion varies between men and women, as 61% of men have successfully completed high school compared with 65% of women. In terms of the quality of the education system,the average student scored 477 in reading literacy, maths and science in the OECD's Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). This score is lower than the OECD average of 488. On average in Italy,girls outperformed boys by 2 points, well below the average OECD gap of 5 points.
In terms of health,life expectancy at birth in Italy is around 84 years, three years higher than the OECD average of 81 years. Life expectancy for women is 86 years, compared with 81 for men.The level of atmospheric PM2.5– tiny air pollutant particles small enough to enter and cause damage to the lungs –is 15.9 micrograms per cubic meter, above the OECD average of 14 micrograms per cubic meter. In Italy, 77% of people say they are satisfied with the quality of their water, lower than the OECD average of 84%.
Concerning the public sphere, there is a moderate sense of community and high levels of civic participation in Italy, where89% of people believe that they know someone they could rely on in time of need, less than the OECD average of 91%. Voter turnout,a measure of citizens' participation in the political process,was 73% during recent elections, higher than the OECD average of 69%. Social and economic status can affect voting rates; voter turnout for the top 20% of the population is an estimated 82% and for the bottom 20% it is an estimated 62%.
When asked to rate their general satisfaction with life on a scale from 0 to 10, Italians gave ita 6.5 grade on average,lower than the OECD average of 6.7.
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Housing – Italy expand
Key Findings
Living in satisfactory housing conditions is one of the most important aspects of people's lives. Housing is essential to meet basic needs, such as shelter, but it is not just a question of four walls and a roof. Housing should offer a place to sleep and rest where people feel safe and have privacy and personal space; somewhere they can raise a family. All of these elements help make a house a home. And of course there is the question whether people can afford adequate housing.
Housing costs take up a large share of the household budget and represent the largest single expenditure for many individuals and families, by the time you add up elements such as rent, gas, electricity, water, furniture or repairs. In Italy, households on average spend23% of their gross adjusted disposable income on keeping a roof over their heads, above the OECD average of 20%.
In addition to housing costs it is also important to examine living conditions, such as the average number of rooms shared per person and whether households have access to basic facilities. The number of rooms in a dwelling, divided by the number of persons living there, indicates whether residents are living in crowded conditions. Overcrowded housing may have a negative impact on physical and mental health, relations with others and children's development. In addition, dense living conditions are often a sign of inadequate water and sewage supply. In Italy,the average home contains 1.4 rooms per person, less than the OECD average of 1.7 rooms per person. In terms of basic facilities however,99.4%of dwellings in Italy contain private access to an indoor flushing toilet, more than the OECD average of 97%.
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Income – Italy expand
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While money may not buy happiness, it is an important means to achieving higher living standards and thus greater well-being. Higher economic wealth may also improve access to quality education, health care and housing.
Household net adjusted disposable income is the amount of money that a household earns each year after taxes and transfers. It represents the money available to a household for spending on goods or services. In Italy,the average household net adjusted disposable income per capita is USD29 431a year, slightly lower than the OECD average of USD30 490.
Household net wealth is the total value of a household's financial and non-financial worth, such as money or shares held in bank accounts, the principal residence, other real estate properties, vehicles, valuables and other non-financial assets (e.g other consumer durables). In Italy,the average household net wealth is estimated at USD295 020, slightly lower than the OECD average of USD 323 960.
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Jobs – Italy expand
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Having a job brings many important benefits, including: providing a source of income, improving social inclusion, fulfilling one's own aspirations, building self-esteem and developing skills and competencies. In Italy,58% of the working-age population aged 15 to 64 has a paid job. This figure is lower than the OECD employment average of 66%.
Unemployed persons are defined as those who are not currently working but are willing to do so and actively searching for work. Long-term unemployment can have a large negative effect on feelings of well-being and self-worth and result in a loss of skills, further reducing employability. In Italy,the percentage of the labour force that has been unemployed for a year or longer is currently at 4.8%, much higher than the OECD average of 1.3%.
The wages and other monetary benefits that come with employment are an important aspect of job quality.Italians earnUSD 37 769 per year on average, less than the OECD average of USD 49 165.
Another essential factor of employment quality is job security, in terms of expected loss of earnings when someone becomes unemployed. This includes how likely you are to lose your job, how long you are likely to remain unemployed and how much financial assistance you can expect from government. Workers facing a high risk of job loss are more vulnerable, especially in countries with smaller social safety nets. In Italy,workers face an expected 8.6% loss of earnings if they become unemployed, much higher than the OECD average of 5.1%.
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Better Policies for Better Lives
Boosting skills and innovation
Italy launched the National Industry 4.0 Plan in 2016 to boost skills and innovation in new technologies over 2017-20. It provides a range of incentives to stimulate investment as well as increase public investment to extend the ultra-broadband network. Examples of such investments include: a hyper-depreciation scheme, a super-depreciation scheme, R&D tax credits, tax credits for start-ups and innovative small- and medium-enterprises. To enhance the country’s technological skills, the Plan will implement a national Digital School Plan, increase the number of students and researchers in technical and scientific subjects, and create competence centres and digital innovation hubs to support knowledge-sharing between universities, the public and private sectors in facilitating technological transfer, and skills in new technology.
Boosting employment through reform
Italy introduced a series of policies to reverse the damage caused by the 2008 economic crisis. The 2015 Jobs Act and temporary exemptions in social security contributions have helped create new open-ended contract jobs while also transforming many temporary, atypical and apprenticeship jobs into permanent ones. A new type of permanent contract was also introduced, increasing employment protection for new hires with job tenure. A combination of measures to support paternal care and maternity protection, such as a monthly subsidy for female workers at the end of maternity, have also contributed to higher labour participation. The coverage and duration of unemployment benefits were increased, improving both flexibility and security for Italian workers. Recent growth in employment and participation rates demonstrate the initial success of these policies.
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Community – Italy expand
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Humans are social creatures. The frequency of our contact with others and the quality of our personal relationships are thus crucial determinants of our well-being.
A strong social network, or community, can provide emotional support during both good and bad times as well as provide access to jobs, services and other material opportunities. In Italy,89% of people believe that they know someone they could rely on in a time of need, lower than the OECD average of 91%.
A weak social network can result in limited economic opportunities, a lack of contact with others, and eventually, feelings of isolation. Socially isolated individuals face difficulties integrating into society as a contributing member and fulfilling personal aspirations.
Better Policies for Better Lives
Volunteering to preserve city sites
Florence, known for its artistic heritage and UNESCO special status, is preserved by some 1 800 dedicated volunteers. The Angels of Hope initiative organises volunteers to help reduce the degradation of the historic environment and strengthen civic feelings of ownership of the historical sites in the city. Volunteers maintain public spaces, buildings and green spaces by removing graffiti, reducing litter and preventing degradation.
Evaluations found that 21 kilometres of road and 45 930 square metres of wall space have been covered by volunteer activities. On average, a single volunteer takes care of 17 roads and invests 165 hours a month. "Before and after" comparisons show considerable improvements and residents report positively on the impact on their neighbourhoods. Volunteers have also brought new ideas. For instance, by simplifying municipal regulations to improve urban spaces and introducing a EUR 75 fine for writing graffiti in non-authorised spaces.
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Education – Italy expand
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A well-educated and well-trained population is essential for a country's social and economic well-being. Education plays a key role in providing individuals with the knowledge, skills and competences needed to participate effectively in society and in the economy. Having a good education greatly improves the likelihood of finding a job and earning enough money. Italians can expect to go through16.7 years of educationbetween the ages of 5 and 39, less than the OECD average of 18 years.
Graduating from upper secondary education has become increasingly important in all countries, as the skills needed in the labour market are becoming more knowledge-based. High-school graduation rates therefore provide a good indication of whether a country is preparing its students to meet the minimum requirements of the job market. In Italy,63%of adults aged 25-64 have completed upper secondary education, lower than the OECD average of 79%.
But graduation rates, while important, speak little to the quality of education received. The OECD's Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) reviews the extent to which students have acquired some of the knowledge and skills that are essential for full participation in modern societies. In 2018, PISA focused on examining students' reading ability, skills in maths and level in sciences, as research shows that these skills are more reliable predictors of economic and social well-being than the number of years spent in school.
The average student in Italy scored 477 in reading literacy, maths and sciences, below the OECD average of 488. The best-performing school systems manage to provide high-quality education to all students.
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Environment – Italy expand
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The quality of our local living environment has a direct impact on our health and well-being. Outdoor air pollution is one important environmental issue that directly affects the quality of people's lives. Despite national and international interventions and decreases in major pollutant emissions,the health impacts of urban air pollutioncontinue to worsen, with air pollution set to become the top environmental cause of premature mortality globally by 2050. Air pollution in urban centres, often caused by transport and the use of small-scale burning of wood or coal, is linked to a range of health problems, from minor eye irritation to upper respiratory symptoms in the short-term and chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma, cardiovascular diseases and lung cancer in the long-term. Children and the elderly may be particularly vulnerable.
PM2.5 – tiny particulate matter small enough to be inhaled into the deepest part of the lung – is monitored in OECD countries because it can harm human health and reduce life expectancy. In Italy,PM2.5 levels are 15.9 micrograms per cubic meter, higher than the OECD average of 14 micrograms per cubic meter and higher than the annual guideline limit of 10 micrograms per cubic meter set by theWorld Health Organization.
Access to clean water is fundamental to human well-being. Despite significant progress in OECD countries in reducing water pollution, improvements in freshwater quality are not always easy to discern. In Italy,77% of people say they are satisfied with water quality,lower than the OECD average of 84%.
Better Policies for Better Lives
Green chemistry
In Porto Torres (Sardinia), the government facilitated the transformation of an old chemical industry site into a "green chemistry" area that produces biodegradable plastic products. This has involved rehabilitating a contaminated site as well as installing a biomass power plant to supply the new industrial facility. The project is a joint venture between Versalis (the ENI group's chemicals subsidiary) and Novamont, a bio-plastics company. In six years, the project is expected to develop a value chain from non-food agricultural production to bio-plastics and bio-chemicals. The project has allowed employees of the old chemical factory to be retained and some additional employees to be hired in the future.
The central and regional governments, the joint venture, and trade unions signed an agreement providing for entirely private investment of about EUR 500 million (plus EUR 230 million for the biomass power plant).
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Governance – Italy expand
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Trust in government is essential for social cohesion and well-being. High voter turnout is a measure of citizens' participation in the political process. In the most recent elections for which data are available,voter turnout in Italy was 73% of those registered. This figure is higher than the OECD average of 69%.
Broader public engagement in the decision-making process is also important for holding the government to account and maintaining confidence in public institutions. The formal process for public engagement in developing laws and regulations is one way to measure the extent to which people can become involved in government decisions on key issues that affect their lives. In Italy, the level of stakeholder engagement in developing regulations is 2.5 (on a scale between 0 and 4); higher than the OECD average of 2.1.
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Better Policies for Better Lives
Engaging citizens on well-being
Italian cities and regions are using well-being objectives to understand what matters most to their citizens. In 2013, Italy published the first edition of the report on Equitable and Sustainable Well-being (BES). Most of the indicators (on 12 dimensions of well-being) are available at the regional level and, in the future, the BES framework will be adapted and applied to large cities and provinces.
In the region of Sardinia public institutions, the private sector and civil society defined concrete well-being objectives for the region. This initiative led to concrete improvements in public service delivery. Over five years the amount of landfilled waste was halved and the share of recycled urban waste rose from 27% to 48%.
Rome initiated a similar consultation process that included community surveys, web tools, public meetings and workshops to create well-being measures that reflect what matters most to Romans. These measures have been used to identify the region’s territorial development strategy.
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Health – Italy expand
Key Findings
Most OECD countries have enjoyed large gains in life expectancy over the past decades, thanks to improvements in living conditions, public health interventions and progress in medical care.Lifeexpectancy at birth in Italy stands at almost 84 years, three years above the OECD average of 81 years, and one of the highest in the OECD. Higher life expectancy is generally associated with higher health care spending per person, although many other factors have an impact on life expectancy (such as living standards, lifestyles, education and environmental factors).
When asked, "How is your health in general?" almost73% of people in Italy reported to be in good health, above the OECD average of 68%. Despite the subjective nature of this question, answers have been found to be a good predictor of people's future health care use. Gender, age and social status may affect answers to this question.
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Improving regional health systems
Italy's National Agency for Regional Health Services (AGENAS) co-ordinates different levels of government to address regional differences in care and outcomes. AGENAS' Observatory for Good Practices for Patient Safety collects, classifies, and disseminates safety improvement activities to regions and autonomous provinces. Every year the Observatory issues a call for good practices to encourage patient safety. In this call it provides a standard platform through which to report content, outcomes and costs to ensure comparability. Examples of good practices are then shared in an annual publication and database. Chosen practices show a clear evidence base, are sustainable and are evaluated in accordance with the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement. The Observatory's success in co-ordinating action between the Italian health regions is attributed to the early inclusion of stakeholder input in its design. Complementary top-down and bottom-up actions have also helped sustain collaboration.
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Life Satisfaction – Italy expand
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Happiness or subjective well-being can be measured in terms of life satisfaction, the presence of positive experiences and feelings, and the absence of negative experiences and feelings. Such measures, while subjective, are a useful complement to objective data to compare the quality of life across countries.
Life satisfaction measures how people evaluate their life as a whole rather than their current feelings. When asked to rate their general satisfaction with life on a scale from 0 to 10,Italians on average gave ita 6.5 grade,lower than the OECD average of 6.7.
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Safety – Italy expand
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Personal security is a core element for the well-being of individuals. Do you feel safe out walking, alone at night, for example?In Italy, 73% of people say that they feel safe walking alone at night,slightly less than the OECD average of 74%.
The homicide rate (the number of murders per 100000 inhabitants) is a more reliable measure of a country's safety level because, unlike other crimes, murders are usually always reported to the police. According to the latest OECD data,Italy's homicide rate is 0.5,lower than the OECD average of 2.6.
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Work-Life Balance – Italy expand
Key Findings
Finding a suitable balance between work and life is a challenge for all workers, especially working parents. The ability to successfully combine work, family commitments and personal life is important for the well-being of all members in a household. Governments can help to address the issue by encouraging supportive and flexible working practices, making it easier for parents to strike a better balance between work and home life.
An important aspect of work-life balance is the amount of time a person spends at work. Evidence suggests that long work hours may impair personal health, jeopardise safety and increase stress. In Italy,about3%of employees work very long hours in paid work, much less than the OECD average of 10%.
The more people work, the less time they have to spend on other activities, such as time with others, leisure activities, eating or sleeping. The amount and quality of leisure time is important for people's overall well-being, and can bring additional physical and mental health benefits.In Italy, full-time workersdevote 69% of their day on average, or 16.5 hours, to personal care(eating, sleeping, etc.)and leisure(socialising with friends and family, hobbies, games, computer and television use, etc.) – more than the OECD average of 15 hours.
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Improving work-life balance through free childcare
The Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance provides a free care and entertainment service aimed at children of its employees from 4 to 12 years old. The services are located at the Ministry Headquarters in Rome and in nearby external sports facilities during summer. It is operational on weekdays when there is no school. In the morning before starting work, employees can leave their children in care and collect them at lunch time. If their working hours involve an afternoon, they can also leave them after lunch and collect them in the evening. The care activities are managed by qualified childcare staff.
This improves work-life balance, with 76% of users valuing the experience of the service by their sons and daughters as "excellent" and 21% as "good". Also the work attendance rate of employees who use the service is on average higher than that of other employees with children of the same age.
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Which country has the highest Better Life Index? ›
- Sweden. #1 in Quality of Life. #5 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Denmark. #2 in Quality of Life. #10 in Best Countries Overall. ...
- Canada. #3 in Quality of Life. ...
- Switzerland. #4 in Quality of Life. ...
- Norway. #5 in Quality of Life. ...
- Finland. #6 in Quality of Life. ...
- Germany. #7 in Quality of Life. ...
- Netherlands. #8 in Quality of Life.
Happiness index - Country rankings
The average for 2021 based on 37 countries was 6.71 points. The highest value was in Finland: 7.82 points and the lowest value was in Turkey: 4.74 points. The indicator is available from 2013 to 2021. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.
The OECD country with the highest life expectancy is Japan with an average life expectancy of 84 years. At the other end of the scale, life expectancy is the lowest in Mexico, at 75 years. Life expectancy in Brazil stands at 76 years, 73 years in the Russian Federation and 64 years in South Africa.
Where does the US rank in best countries to live? ›...
These Are the 10 Best Countries in the World, According to U.S. News & World Report:
- Canada.
- United States.
- Sweden.
- Japan.
- Australia.
- United Kingdom.
- France.
- Denmark.
Sweden. Sweden is the top country in 2022 best quality of life rankings. The country stands out in the ranking of quality of life for health systems and well-developed public education, security, economic stability, and politics.
Where is USA in happiest country? ›The ranking is also the best ranking for the U.S. since 2017, when it was the 14th happiest. It's also a big jump from the 2021 report, when the U.S. ranked 19th with a score of 6.951. Here are the past seven rankings for the U.S.: 2022: 16th.
Is America one of the happiest countries? ›That's according to the 10th annual World Happiness Report, published on Friday by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. The U.S. now ranks as the 16th happiest country in the world, lagging just behind Ireland, Germany and Canada.
What is the happiest country in us? ›| Countries | Happiness index, 2021 | Global rank |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | 7.03 | 1 |
| USA | 6.98 | 2 |
| Costa Rica | 6.58 | 3 |
| Panama | 6.31 | 4 |
Despite this, the U.S. suffers the highest-burden for chronic diseases and two times higher obesity rates than the OECD average. America also showcases hospitalizations at the highest number from preventable diseases and the highest rate of avoidable deaths.
How healthy is the United States? ›The United States has higher survival after age 75 than do peer countries, and it has higher rates of cancer screening and survival, better control of blood pressure and cholesterol levels, lower stroke mortality, lower rates of current smoking, and higher average household income.
Where does the US rank on the OECD? ›
The U.S. ranks 14th among 37 OECD and G20 countries in the percentage of 25-34 year- olds with higher education, at 42% - above the OECD average (38%), but far behind the leader, Korea (65%) (Chart A1. 1).
Does the US have good quality of life? ›The OECD Better Life Index, which measures quality of life according to 11 factors, ranks the United States as 7th among 34 OECD countries.
Which US city has the best quality of life? ›- San Diego, California.
- Hartford, Connecticut.
- Portland, Maine.
- Reno, Nevada.
- Fort Collins, Colorado.
- Boston, Massachusetts.
- Madison, Wisconsin.
- Trenton, New Jersey.
When asked to rate their general satisfaction with life on a scale from 0 to 10, Americans gave it a 7 grade on average, higher than the OECD average of 6.7.
What does America rank first in? ›The U.S. economy is the world's largest in terms of gross domestic product, and also the most technologically powerful. The country's most significant exports are computers and electrical machinery, vehicles, chemical products, food, live animals and military equipment.
What are the best European countries to live in as an American? ›If you can handle the cold, Germany and the Netherlands are two of the most popular countries for expats, both offering international communities and unique residency options. Switzerland: Although many European countries offer a better quality of life than the U.S., Switzerland takes the cake.
Is it better to live in Canada or the US? ›While the USA offers better salary packages, Canada has better healthcare, more maternity leaves and other social benefits. Average work hours for Canada is slightly higher than that of the US. The annual leave structure of both countries is similar.
Where is the best place in the world to live? ›- Vienna, Austria. unclepodger/Getty Images. ...
- Zurich, Switzerland. Didier Marti/Getty Images. ...
- Calgary, Canada. Dean Pictures/Getty Images. ...
- Vancouver, Canada. ...
- Geneva, Switzerland. ...
- Frankfurt, Germany. ...
- Toronto, Canada. ...
- Osaka, Japan.
According to UN estimates, Hong Kong and Japan are the leaders in terms of population life expectancy. On average, residents of these countries live up to 85 years. Among European countries, Switzerland, Spain, Italy and Iceland have the most long-livers. The average life expectancy in these countries is 83 years.
What US state has the happiest residents? ›WalletHub this week released its "Happiest States in America" list for 2022, ranking Hawaii as No. 1.
What is the happiest place to live on earth? ›
10 country in the happiness rankings released in 2022. Finland is the world's happiest country. The World Happiness Report puts Finland first in happiness.
What is the happiest city on earth? ›The happiest city in the world is Helsinki in Finland
And in our top spot, is Helsinki – which is located in Finland, the happiest country in the world.
The latest value from 2021 is 6.98 points. For comparison, the world average in 2021 based on 141 countries is 5.57 points. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.
What are the 3 happiest countries? ›According to the 2022 World Happiness Report, Finland is the happiest country in the world for the fifth year in a row. It's followed by Denmark, Iceland, Switzerland, and the Netherlands in the annual survey released on Friday, March 18, 2022, that ranks countries by how happy their citizens perceive themselves to be.
What is China's happiness index? ›According to the UN's World Happiness Report 2021, China's happiness index ranged at 5.59 points in 2021. The happiness index is based on a Cantril ladder survey.
What country has the best education? ›- United States. #1 in Education Rankings. No Change in Rank from 2021. ...
- United Kingdom. #2 in Education Rankings. ...
- Germany. #3 in Education Rankings. ...
- Canada. #4 in Education Rankings. ...
- France. #5 in Education Rankings. ...
- Switzerland. #6 in Education Rankings. ...
- Japan. #7 in Education Rankings. ...
- Sweden. #8 in Education Rankings.
For the fifth year in a row, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world, with Denmark coming in second, followed by Iceland, Switzerland and the Netherlands.
What was the happiest time in America? ›Psychology researchers from Warwick University in the UK used. They found that happiness reached its peak in the 1920s in America before being sent plunging by the Great. The outbreak of the Second World War sent happiness levels to an all time low before a brief recovery in the 1950s and 1960s.
Which US state is the healthiest? ›- Hawaii. Hawaii's score: 0 out of 100. ...
- Utah. Utah's score: 0.60 out of 100. ...
- Minnesota. Minnesota's score: 1.11 out of 100. ...
- 4. California. California's score: 3.02 out of 100. ...
- Massachusetts. Massachusetts' score: 4.52 out of 100.
California is the healthiest state in America, according to a study released Tuesday morning. The research report was conducted by online fitness resource Total Shape and analyzed key health indicators across the country, including gyms per capita, percentage of adult smokers and obesity rates.
Is Europe healthier than USA? ›
American adults reported worse health than did English or European adults. Eighteen percent of Americans reported heart disease, compared with 12% of English and 11% of Europeans. At all wealth levels, Americans were less healthy than were Europeans, but differences were more marked among the poor.
What is the number 1 health problem in America? ›The No. 1 health condition in the U.S. is heart disease. It is one of the leading causes of death, comprising more than a quarter of all deaths annually. It is estimated that someone has a heart attack in the U.S. every 43 seconds.
What are the top 3 healthiest states? ›What are the healthiest states in the country? The top three healthiest states are California, Connecticut and Massachusetts, respectively.
Where does America rank in healthcare? ›| Country | Ranking |
|---|---|
| Norway | 7 |
| France | 9 |
| Canada | 10 |
| United States | 11 |
The United States is a highly developed mixed-market economy. It is the world's largest economy by nominal GDP, and the second-largest by purchasing power parity (PPP) behind China. It has the world's seventh-highest per capita GDP (nominal) and the eighth-highest per capita GDP (PPP) as of 2022.
What is US rank in world economy? ›| Rank | Country | GDP in $ per capita |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 70,249 |
| 2 | China | 12,556 |
| 3 | Japan | 39,313 |
| 4 | Germany | 51,204 |
The overall ranking of Best Countries measure global performance on a variety of metrics. Switzerland is the best country in the world for 2022.
Where does the US rate on the quality of life index? ›The table is led by Australia. At the bottom of the list, we see that Sudan probably has the toughest living conditions. Thanks to its good civil rights and general popularity, the USA ranks 21st and still quite high up in the table, although the high cost of living and the climate in some areas are negative.
What country has the best economy? ›With a GDP of 23.32 trillion dollars, the USA is by far the world's largest economy in this ranking for 2021. It is followed by China in second place with a GDP of 17.73 trillion dollars. Canada is also quite far ahead in the international comparison and occupies the ninth place in this ranking.
What is America number 1 in? ›The U.S. economy is the world's largest in terms of gross domestic product, and also the most technologically powerful. The country's most significant exports are computers and electrical machinery, vehicles, chemical products, food, live animals and military equipment.
Why is the US the most important country? ›
Economic influence
The United States of America is the world's foremost economic and military power. It has the third largest population in the world (335 million). Income in 2017 was $62,530 per capita, one of the highest in the developed world.
- San Diego, California.
- Hartford, Connecticut.
- Portland, Maine.
- Reno, Nevada.
- Fort Collins, Colorado.
- Boston, Massachusetts.
- Madison, Wisconsin.
- Trenton, New Jersey.
Its 2022 ranking for the best places to live looked at five metrics: job market, value, quality of life, desirability, and net migration. The best place to live in America is Huntsville, Alabama, followed by Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Where does China rank in quality of life? ›...
Countries.
| Rank | Countries/Districts | Quality of life index by country |
|---|---|---|
| 67 | China | 105.07 |
| 68 | Azerbaijan | 104.10 |
| 69 | Colombia | 103.54 |
| 70 | Russia | 103.28 |
Cyprus is a beautiful and highly developed nation with a low cost of living and a comfortable tax system. But there are many more: check our Best countries to move from the USA list. Greece, Cyprus, Andorra, Portugal, the Caribbean and Malta are among the most favourable places for US expats.
Is the USA a good place to live? ›The US is still the land of opportunity and still ranks as one of the most desirable countries in the world to move to. The US offers great career opportunities, an unparalleled lifestyle and one of the highest standards of living in the world – all in a beautiful environment.
Which country will dominate the world in future? ›While challenges remain, most experts believe that China will be the new superpower by 2050. China GDP in 2050 is expected to be around $58.5 trillion.
What is the US economy ranked in the world? ›The United States is a highly developed mixed-market economy. It is the world's largest economy by nominal GDP, and the second-largest by purchasing power parity (PPP) behind China. It has the world's seventh-highest per capita GDP (nominal) and the eighth-highest per capita GDP (PPP) as of 2022.
Who has the best economy in the US? ›GDP per capita also varied widely throughout the United States in 2021, with New York ($93,463), Massachusetts ($91,130), and Washington state ($86,265) recording the three highest GDP per capita figures in the U.S., while Mississippi ($42,411), Arkansas ($47,770), and West Virginia ($49,017) recorded the three lowest ...