Key facts
- America's Report Card gave the U.S. a D+ in happiness.
- U.S. happiness is declining rapidly compared to other developed nations.
- The National Day of Joy is June 24.
- An expert named Peg is offering five tips to increase personal joy.
SAINT PAUL, Minn., June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The latest edition of America's Report Card has assigned the United States a grade of D+ in happiness. The report indicates that U.S. happiness is declining at one of the fastest rates observed in the developed world. With the National Day of Joy approaching on June 24, an expert named Peg is providing five tips aimed at helping individuals increase their personal joy.