Dominican Republic beats out Costa Rica as `` happiest '' place in world . Independent Costa Ricans group claims Central American have world 's highest life satisfaction . While Britain ranked 74th , the United States snagged the 114th spot , because of its hefty consumption and massive ecological footprint . British nation also praised for its environmental efforts .
Dominican Republic beats out Costa Rica as `` happiest '' place in world . Independent Costa Ricans group claims Central American have world 's highest life satisfaction . British nation also praised for its environmental efforts .