10 countries with the highest quality of life in 2025, and what makes them stand out

Quality of life is a broad measure that doesn’t indicate only income or wealth, and involves more about safety, healthcare, education, environmental conditions, affordability, and overall well-being. However, in this context, various organisations track these indicators using various methodologies. Numbeo’s Quality of Life Index combines purchasing power, safety, healthcare quality, cost of living, property affordability, traffic, pollution, and climate, whereas US News and World Report evaluates factors like economic stability, job market, safety, and public services, and the UN’s Human Development Index considers health, education, and income. By analysing these measures, countries are identified and listed in terms of exceptional living standards, comfort, and opportunities for their residents.

Here is a list of countries that topped the 2025 Quality of Life Index, according to Numbeo—places not only ideal for living but also enticing for travellers seeking comfort, safety, and enriching experiences. (Data sourced from Numbeo).