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April 1, 2026Open Access

Inequality of Well-being in Asia : A Comparative Analysis of Happiness in Eight Countries

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This article investigates the existence of well-being inequalities in East and Southeast Asian countries using a comparative analysis.
Case study approach comparing eight East and Southeast Asian countries
Happiness measured using Cantril's ladder of life
Surveys conducted with a total sample size of 8,166
East Asia shows relatively low and unequal happiness compared to Southeast Asia
Common happiness determinants in East Asia include marriage and income
Southeast Asia lacks common drivers of happiness, suggesting geographical differences

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Comparative analysis reveals well-being inequalities in East and Southeast Asia, indicating geographical differences in happiness.

Kobayashi et al. (2018) studied this question.

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