Happiness & Life Satisfaction Calculator
Calculate your overall happiness and life satisfaction using the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS). This 5-item psychological assessment measures subjective wellbeing and can help track wellbeing over time for personal growth or HR employee engagement programs.
Formula
SWLS Score = Sum of 5 items (each 1-7); Happiness % = (Total ÷ 35) × 100
- SWLS (Satisfaction with Life Scale) is a validated 5-item psychological assessment
- Each item uses 1-7 Likert scale (1=Strongly Disagree, 7=Strongly Agree)
- Score 31-35: High satisfaction; 26-30: Satisfied; 21-25: Average; 16-20: Slightly dissatisfied; 5-15: Dissatisfied
- Used in HR employee engagement, clinical psychology, wellbeing research
Employee Wellbeing Assessment
Inputs
- Life is close to ideal (1-7): 6 scale
- Life conditions are excellent (1-7): 7 scale
- I am satisfied with my life (1-7): 6 scale
- Got important things wanted (1-7): 5 scale
- Would change nothing in my life (1-7): 5 scale
Employee scoring 6,7,6,5,5 on items = 29/35 total = 82.9% happiness. Indicates high life satisfaction and positive wellbeing.
Frequently asked questions
What's a normal SWLS score?
Average: 20-24. Most people score 21-25. Above 30 indicates very high life satisfaction; below 15 suggests significant dissatisfaction.
How can I improve my happiness score?
Focus on health, relationships, meaningful work, financial security, and personal growth. Regular tracking helps identify which areas need attention.
Is this a diagnosis tool?
No. SWLS measures subjective wellbeing. Persistent low scores may indicate depression; consult a mental health professional if concerned.