Life Satisfaction Score (SWLS)
Measure your life satisfaction using the Satisfaction With Life Scale — a validated 5-question psychological assessment.
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Life Satisfaction Score
The Satisfaction With Life Scale (SWLS) was developed by Ed Diener et al. (1985) and is one of the most widely used measures of life satisfaction in psychology.
Each question is rated 1 (Strongly Disagree) to 7 (Strongly Agree). Total score range: 5-35.
Score interpretation:
- 31-35: Extremely satisfied
- 26-30: Satisfied
- 21-25: Slightly satisfied
- 20: Neutral
- 15-19: Slightly dissatisfied
- 10-14: Dissatisfied
- 5-9: Extremely dissatisfied
Average scores by country:
- Denmark: ~27
- USA: ~24
- UK: ~23
- Japan: ~20
- Global average: ~23
Note: This is a screening tool, not a clinical diagnosis. If you scored low and feel concerned, consider speaking with a mental health professional.