The 2025 World Happiness Report reveals that America has dropped from 23rd to 24th place, marking a decline in quality of life since peaking at 11th in 2012. Meanwhile, Mexico and Costa Rica have entered the top 10 for the first time. Researchers have explored what contributes to quality of life, identifying dimensions such as healthcare access and social relationships. The article identifies the 40 best U.S. counties for quality of life, using a Human Development Index-inspired approach that assesses education, financial stability, and life expectancy.
America's drop from 23rd to 24th in the World Happiness Report highlights a concerning trend in quality of life, with implications for future happiness assessments.
The Human Development Index framework provides a holistic understanding of quality of life, integrating education, financial stability, and life expectancy to gauge community well-being.
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