Gambia: Happiness index
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| Gambia |
Happiness Index, 0 (unhappy) - 10 (happy) |
|---|---|
| Latest value | 4.49 |
| Year | 2024 |
| Measure | points |
| Data availability | 2019 - 2024 |
| Average | 4.63 |
| Min - Max | 4.28 - 5.16 |
| Source | The World Happiness Report |
The latest value from 2024 is 4.49 points, an increase from 4.28 points in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 5.56 points, based on data from 138 countries. Historically, the average for the Gambia from 2019 to 2024 is 4.63 points. The minimum value, 4.28 points, was reached in 2022 while the maximum of 5.16 points was recorded in 2021.
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Definition: The Happiness ranking is part of the World Happiness Report. The country scores are based on a survey in which respondents evaluate the quality of their current lives on a scale of 0 to 10.
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happiness index | 4.49 | 2024 | points |
| Human development | 0.495 | 2022 | points |
| Women in parliament | 8.62 | 2023 | percent |
| Land area | 10,120 | 2022 | sq. km |