Mar 20, 2025

UN's 10 Happiest Countries of the World

Kuhu Verma

10. Mexico

A close-knit community based on family values, Mexico is happier than even the US.

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9. Luxembourg

Apart from the strong economy, Luxembourg ranks high in the quality of life, social support and low levels of corruption.

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8. Israel

Also ranked 2nd happiest for the youth, Israel is a tight-knit country with strong family values.

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7. Norway

Norway is a strong welfare state with social trust and stellar work-life balance.

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6. Costa Rica

An environmentally rich country, Costa Rica is culturally inclusive. They value well-being over economic gain.

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5. Netherlands

Netherlands values freedom and has consistently ranked among the top happiest countries since 2013.

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4. Sweden

The Swedish concept of "Lagom" is the principle behind their happiness of having "just enough" with them.

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3. Iceland

Iceland is happy due to its sense of community and effective governance. passion for arts and an active lifestyle.

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2. Denmark

Denmark has a sense of equality in the society. They take ownership and social responsibility for the place.

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1. Finland

For the 8th time in the world, Finland has ranked at the top with an underlying trust in the Finnish community.

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