“wellbeing” Charts
Children Living in Poverty »
Across the U.S., large numbers of children are affected by one or more risk factors linked to academic failure and…
In the long run we value experiences over material goods »
Prof. Howell (San Francisco State University) in a study published earlier this year, found that people think material purchases offer…
What's the real link between income and well-being? »
The idea that there is some critical level of income (once 'basic needs' have been met), beyond which income no…
All Work and No Vacations Leave Us Worse Off »
Across all income levels, Americans that do not make time to vacation with friends or family end up with a…
5 Worst States for Black Children »
African-American children face several barriers to success. This study rated states on 12 factors, from educational access to socioeconomic status…
Cities' Wellbeing Score Correlated with Heart Attacks »
In a grouping of metro areas based on their Gallup-Healthway's Well-Being Index, those at the top of the list had…
Is Your State Unhappy? »
According to a new ranking by Gallup, these are the 10 states with the lowest levels of well-being. Gallup measures…
Where Does the US Rank For Well-Being? »
The new HPI results show the extent to which 151 countries across the globe produce long, happy and sustainable lives…
Work injuries »
This chart covers work injuries throughout the world. As one can see, they are declining.
Amount Spent on Material Purchases »
TV, Stereo and Computer purchases were the most expensive purchases within the material condition with a median amount of $235.00…
Is Gluten-Free The Way To Be? »
Not really, according to a recent Gallup poll. Only one in five Americans actively attempt to include gluten-free foods in…
What Makes You Happy - in one word? »
One week of responses to the question "What Makes You Happy?" on the Gross National Happiness Index. Published for the…
Well-Being Deficit Among Black Males »
Among U.S. men, blacks score a lower Well-Being Index Score than non-blacks. This difference is particularly significant among young men…
Old Grad? No Worries, Income Same As Young Grads »
Whether you graduate on time or later in life, your income won't be hampered, according to this Gallup survey.
Societal Ills Worry Those Living In Developing Countries »
The worry about crime, corruption, and poor quality schools has risen in emerging and developing nations since 2007. Crime and…
Infographic of Gross National Happiness Index »
Our first infographic of the Gross National Happiness Index scores for over 38,000 people who opted to take the survey…
Conflict Zones & Struggling Economies Have Low Well Being »
A recent gallup poll measured countries' well being by examining purpose, social, financial, community, and physical indexes. The 10 countries…
Happiness Geographies »
Over 38,000 people in over 8K zipcodes have taken the Gross National Happiness Index.
Gross National Happiness Index for 38,000 people »
Gross National Happiness Index for 38,000 people who opted to take the survey 2011-2014
Is There a Dr. in the House? Not if You're #LGBT »
New data is shedding light on the difference in well-being between LGBT and non-LGBT Americans. LGBT people are less likely…
Experiential Products Make Us Happiest When Things Go Bad »
From research articles to popular blogs, everyone agrees that you should spend your money on life experiences. But this experience…
Which Purchases Make Us Happiest? »
Material items designed to create or enhance experiences, also known as "experiential products," can make shoppers just as happy as…
Parents Who Think They Do a Good Job Parenting Are Happier »
Our poll asked parents to rate the job they were doing raising their children. We found that those who gave…
How Happy is Your State? »
According to a new ranking by Gallup, these are the 10 states with the highest levels of well-being. Gallup measures…
Well-Being and Frequency of Measurement »
Measures of well-being change slowly over time. It seems that they should be measured infrequently. This doesn't necessarily hold. This…
Happy People Make More Money »
In line with the notion that happier workers are better workers, higher well-being is also shown to be associated with…
Material Purchase Breakdown By Purchase Type »
Spending money on experiences may lead to greater well-being than the purchase of material possessions. It is therefore conceivable that…
Experiential Purchase Breakdown By Purchase Type »
Spending money on experiences may lead to greater well-being than the purchase of material possessions. In this way, how money…
Well-being of Children is Worse in Unequal Rich Countries »
The well-being and behavior of young people get a lot of attention in the media. A recent Unicef report, which…
Gross National Happiness scores for income 125K+ »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income 125,000 and above. These results are from over…
Gross National Happines scores for income 100-125K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 100-124,999K. These results are from over 25,500…
Gross National Happines scores for income 75-100K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 75 -99,999K. These results are from over…
Gross National Happines scores for income 50-74K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 50 -74,999K. These results are from over…
Gross National Happines scores for income 40-49K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 40 -49,999K. These results are from over…
Gross National Happines scores for income 30-39K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 30 -39,999K. These results are from over…
Gross National Happines scores for income 20-29K »
These are the Gross National Happiness Index scores for people with income between 20 -29,999K. These results are from over…