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Editor's note

The U.S. ranks 27th in the World Happiness Report — behind most of Western Europe despite leading the world in GDP per capita.

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Healthcare spending vs. outcomes: the 38-country breakdown

A full comparison across every OECD member.

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Where U.S. wages actually go further — and where they don't

Purchasing power parity reveals a complicated story.

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JUN
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College costs: how the U.S. compares to 60 nations

Tuition, debt burden, and post-grad earnings, benchmarked.

Education

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