Study on Happiness Levels Across US Cities
A study by SmartAsset reviewed factors across 90 US cities to determine happiness levels. Arlington, Virginia ranked as the happiest city, while California dominated the top 10 list. The US dropped off the list of happiest countries in the World Happiness Report, with young people's well-being contributing to the decline.
Key Points
- Factors like income levels, life expectancy, marriage rates, and traffic volume influence happiness levels
- Arlington, Virginia ranked as the happiest city, with California cities dominating the top 10
- US dropped off the list of happiest countries in the World Happiness Report
Pros
- Insightful study on factors impacting happiness levels in US cities
- Highlights cities with high happiness metrics like Arlington, Virginia
Cons
- Some cities ranked low in happiness due to factors like poverty rates and income disparities