International surveys usually rank Denmark among the worlds happiest countries. Denmark has a high level of equality and a strong sense of common responsibility for social welfare.

Why is Denmark a happy country?

The report found that Nordic citizens are exceptionally satisfied with their lives because of reliable and extensive welfare benefits, low corruption, well-functioning democracy and state institutions and small population.

What is so great about Denmark?

Yes, Danes have a stable government, low levels of public corruption, and access to high-quality education and health care. The country does have the the highest taxes in the world, but the vast majority of Danes happily pay: They believe higher taxes can create a better society.

Is Denmark the happiest country?

Finland has been named the happiest place in the world for a fourth year running, in an annual UN-sponsored report. The World Happiness Report saw Denmark in second place, then Switzerland, Iceland and the Netherlands. New Zealand was again the only non-European nation in the top 10.

Which country is most happy in the world?

Finland has been the worlds happiest country for four years running; Denmark and Norway hold all but one of the other titles (which went to Switzerland in 2015). The rankings are reliably discouraging for Americans, who have never cracked the global top 10.