Explore the U.S. News Best Countries overall rankings and see where each country ranks across 73 different metrics.

List and full details of the countries on the Best Countries list compiled annually by US News and World Report in collaboration with the BAV Group and Wharton School of Business.

List of international rankings This is a list of international rankings by country.

Explore country rankings to see the best and worst nations worldwide across economy, education, health, governance, and more.

Jul 1, 2025 · The best country in the world is the one you live in. Or… not? This infographic spotlights the 40 countries that the world perceives to be the “best.” Like most efforts to quantify a qualitative …

Sep 26, 2024 · U.S. News and World Report recently released its ranking of the best countries in the world based on quality of life.

Select an indicator to see how countries rank across population, economics, and more.

Sep 10, 2024 · From Switzerland’s unbeatable quality of life to the U.S.’s rise in business agility and innovation, the rankings reveal which countries are leading the charge in shaping the future.

Details of which countries are considered the best to live in based upon the United Nations' Human Development Index (HDI).

Sep 12, 2023 · This chart shows the ranks of countries according to the U.S. News and World Report "Best Countries" ranking.