Brookings Data Now: Is 40 the Most Unhappy Age?

Approximate age when the low point in happiness occurs

The level of happiness and years of age are plotted on a U-shaped curve; but there are differences among countries and based on circumstances.

Value of European Union trade with Russia

This is half of all Russian trade.

21%

Percent of American teens who worked in 2011

In 2000, 44 percent of American teens worked.

9%

Percent of all poor students enrolled in highest quintile schools

Nearly a third,or 32 percent, of poor students are enrolled in the lowest quintile schools.

Las Vegas’ rank out of 100 metro areas for economic recovery from the recession

In terms of returning to its pre-recession level of economic performance across a range of indicators, the Las Vegas metro area is last, while the Austin metro area is first.