Finland

Finland is the happiest country in the world for the fifth year in a row. The country consistently ranks among the top education systems in the world, though it is occasionally surpassed by South Korea, Japan, and Singapore. Much of that success can be attributed to widespread respect for teachers, who are required to have a master's degree (their education is state-funded), as well as a pedagogical system that emphasizes experiential learning and equal opportunity rather than quantitative testing.

Endorphin-boosting travel tip:
In Finland, swimming in the winter is a very common activity, and people there claim that once they return to dry land and their circulation resumes, they feel a great rush of happiness. Although it takes some getting used to, the dopamine and serotonin rush might just be worth it.

Average Life Evaluation: 7.821