2024 World Happiness Report: Finland Takes the Crown Home for 7th Consecutive Year, US Drops to 23rd Position, Check Complete List here [Video]

The UN World Happiness report 2024 is out and in the latest 2024 report, Finland has proudly retained its crown as the world’s happiest country for the seventh consecutive year, while US slipped to 23rd rank in the list of 143 countries surveyed.

The United States of America has slipped out of the top 20 happiest nations for the first time in 12 years. According to data compiled by Gallup and its partners, the US now stands at 23rd place, down seven spots from last year’s 15th position.

The decline is particularly notable among younger Americans, with happiness levels decreasing across all age groups. Gallup managing director Ilana Ron Levey notes that peak loneliness among younger demographics contributes to this trend, emphasizing the significance of social support in overall well-being.

Joining the US in a downward trend, the United Kingdom also experiences a drop in happiness rankings, falling below Lithuania and Czechia.

Finland, with its …