Satisfaction Index 2025: Residents of Düsseldorf Demonstrate Higher Satisfaction Levels Compared to 2024
Düsseldorf, the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia, is grinning from ear to ear! The bustling German city has climbed up the ranks in the 2025 Happiness Atlas, ranking third among the nation's 40 largest cities. Let's dive deep into what's making Düsseldorf residents so darn pleased!
Once in eighth place, Düsseldorf's residents now score an impressive 7.36 out of ten, a 0.17-point increase compared to last year. Only Kassel and Krefeld are slightly happier, according to the survey. And guess what? Among cities with over 500,000 inhabitants, Düsseldorf remains the happiest city in Germany, beating Hamburg (rank 9: 7.21) and far outshining Cologne (rank 24: 6.91).
The Düsseldorf Overperformer Phenomenon
But it's not just about subjective feelings. The Happiness Atlas 2025 factors in objective welfare indicators, too, such as demographics, housing situation, wealth, environmental quality, and more. So, what gives, Düsseldorf? Despite trailing in healthcare and green spaces compared to other cities, Düsseldorf's residents are significantly more satisfied with life than the objective statistics would suggest, making Düsseldorf a so-called "overperformer."
So, what's got 'em so happy?
It seems that wealth and a high level of education play a significant role in Düsseldorf's happiness equation.
But wait, isn't it intriguing that Düsseldorf residents are happier than they should be according to the objective factors? Here's where it gets a bit murky. The Happiness Atlas researchers didn't spill the beans on what contributes to this fascinating overperformance.
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While we wait for more insights, let's take a moment to appreciate the "overperformer" that Düsseldorf is!
- The surge in happiness among Düsseldorf residents has propelled the city to third place in the 2025 Happiness Atlas ranking.
- Düsseldorf's residents score an impressive 7.36 out of ten, a significant increase compared to the previous year.
- Kassel and Krefeld are slightly happier than Düsseldorf, based on the survey results.
- Among cities with over 500,000 inhabitants, Düsseldorf remains the happiest city in Germany, surpassing Hamburg and Cologne.
- Düsseldorf's ranking in the Happiness Atlas is not solely based on subjective feelings; objective welfare indicators such as demographics, housing, wealth, and environmental quality are also considered.
- Despite lagging behind in healthcare and green spaces compared to other cities, Düsseldorf's residents are significantly more satisfied with life, making Düsseldorf an "overperformer."
- Wealth and a high level of education appear to play a significant role in Düsseldorf's happiness equation.
- The Happiness Atlas researchers have yet to reveal what contributes to the city's fascinating overperformance.
- To stay updated on Düsseldorf happiness trends and news, subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on Instagram.
- As we delve deeper into the factors contributing to Düsseldorf's happiness mirage, stay connected with us for more insights.
- In the meantime, explore various aspects of Düsseldorf, including a look behind the scenes of a refugee shelter in Golzheim, the aftermath of Yellow Circles criticism, the city's most beautiful goal of the second half, and the distribution of general practitioners' practices.
