Finland tops Global Happiness Index for 7th consecutive year, while the US ranks 18th.

Finland tops the Global Happiness Index for the 7th consecutive year, while the US ranks at its lowest position, 18, with a score of 6.7 out of 10. Nordic countries, including Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden, dominate the top 10. Finland's high ranking is attributed to its focus on creating the right social conditions for happiness, such as a connection to nature, healthy work-life balance, strong welfare society, and trust in state authorities.