Saudi Arabia Achieves 22nd Place in World Happiness Report 2026
Here's what it means for you.
A rising happiness index in Saudi Arabia signals potential opportunities for investment and collaboration in the region.
What happened
Saudi Arabia ranked 22nd out of 147 countries in the World Happiness Report 2026.
The Context
- Vision 2030 Impact: The Kingdom's score of 6.817 reflects significant improvements driven by reforms aimed at enhancing quality of life and diversifying the economy.
- Regional Performance: Saudi Arabia surpassed the United States (23rd), Canada (25th), and the United Kingdom (29th), showcasing its growing global stature.
- Steady Progress: This ranking marks a notable rise from 37th in 2017 to 22nd in 2026, aligning with ongoing investments in entertainment, culture, and urban development.
The Number
— This ranking highlights Saudi Arabia's commitment to improving citizen wellbeing, making it a key player in regional stability and economic diversification.
Takeaway
Expect continued investments in social reforms as Saudi Arabia aims for even higher rankings in future happiness reports.
Arabic-language coverage of Saudi, regional, and international affairs.
"Al Bilad offers mainstream Saudi newspaper coverage across domestic and broader Arab topics."
— A47 Editor
منظومة متكاملة ترتكز على الإنسان وتعزز رفاهيته.. السعودية تتقدم للمرتبة الـ22 بتقرير السعادة العالمي
Saudi Arabia has made significant progress in the World Happiness Report for 2026, ranking 22nd out of 147 countries, an improvement of 10 places from the previous year, with a life evaluation score of 6.817 out of 10. This report was produced by the...
Arabic-language reporting focused on domestic developments in Saudi Arabia.
"Okaz is a mainstream Saudi newspaper that often reflects domestic priorities and official-facing coverage."
— A47 Editor
إنجاز جديد: السعودية ضمن أفضل 25 دولة في مؤشر السعادة العالمي
Saudi Arabia has achieved a significant milestone by ranking 22nd in the World Happiness Report 2026, published by the Oxford University Centre for Wellbeing in collaboration with Gallup International, advancing ten places from the previous year with...
English-language reporting on Saudi politics, policy, and society.
"Saudi Gazette reflects mainstream Saudi institutional perspectives."
— A47 Editor
Saudi Arabia ranks 22nd globally in World Happiness Report 2026
Saudi Arabia has achieved a notable ranking of 22nd out of 147 countries in the World Happiness Report 2026, with a life evaluation score of 6.817 out of 10. This report, published by the University of Oxford in collaboration with Gallup and the UN S...
English-language reporting focused on Saudi Arabia and regional affairs.
"Saudi Gazette provides English-language coverage that often aligns with mainstream Saudi news priorities."
— A47 Editor
Saudi Arabia ranks 22nd globally in World Happiness Report 2026
Saudi Arabia has achieved a notable ranking of 22nd out of 147 countries in the World Happiness Report 2026, with a life evaluation score of 6.817 out of 10. This report, published by the University of Oxford in collaboration with Gallup and the UN S...
Arabic-language reporting focused on domestic developments in Saudi Arabia.
"Okaz is a mainstream Saudi newspaper that often reflects domestic priorities and official-facing coverage."
— A47 Editor
السعودية تتقدم إلى المرتبة الـ22 عالمياً في تقرير السعادة العالمي لعام 2026
Saudi Arabia has made significant progress in the World Happiness Report for 2026, ranking 22nd out of 147 countries, a rise of 10 positions from the previous year, with a life evaluation score of 6.817 out of 10. The report, published by the Oxford ...