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Happiness Index Calculator

Measure your subjective well-being.

Instructions: Answer honestly based on how you generally feel, not just today. Use the 1-7 scale.
Part 1: Your General Happiness
1. In general, I consider myself...
Not a very happy person A very happy person
2. Compared to most of my peers, I consider myself...
Less happy More happy
3. Some people are generally very happy. They enjoy life regardless of what is going on, getting the most out of everything. To what extent does this describe you?
Not at all A great deal
4. Some people are generally not very happy. Although they are not depressed, they never seem as happy as they might be. To what extent does this describe you?
A great deal Not at all
Part 2: Life Satisfaction
5. In most ways my life is close to my ideal.
Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree
6. The conditions of my life are excellent.
Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree
7. I am satisfied with my life.
Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree
8. So far I have gotten the important things I want in life.
Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree
9. If I could live my life over, I would change almost nothing.
Strongly Disagree Strongly Agree

What is the Happiness Index?

This calculator combines two validated psychology scales: the Subjective Happiness Scale (SHS) by Sonja Lyubomirsky and the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) by Ed Diener. Together, they measure your subjective well-being—how happy you feel and how satisfied you are with your life overall.

Two Components of Well-Being

Subjective Happiness (SHS)

Measures your general sense of happiness—how happy you perceive yourself to be compared to others and how much you enjoy life in general.

Life Satisfaction (SWLS)

Measures cognitive judgments about your life—whether your life is close to your ideal and whether you've achieved the things you want.

The Science of Happiness

  • 50% Genetic: Research suggests about half of happiness is determined by your "set point."
  • 40% Activities: Intentional activities (gratitude, exercise, social connection) significantly impact happiness.
  • 10% Circumstances: External factors like income and location matter less than we think.
Disclaimer: This is a self-assessment tool for educational purposes. If you are experiencing persistent low mood, please reach out to a mental health professional. Your happiness score can change over time!
Quick Happiness Boosters
  • 🙏 Practice gratitude daily
  • 🏃 Exercise regularly
  • 👥 Nurture social connections
  • 🧘 Practice mindfulness
  • 🎯 Set meaningful goals
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