A new study reveals which towns in Spain are the happiest, and why a mix of sunshine, services, and comfortable living makes all the difference.
The Spain Happy Index 2025, covering over 8,000 municipalities, ranks Los Alcázares as the highest in the Murcia Region, with 89.77 points. The coastal town enjoys 332 days of sun each year, mild 20°C temperatures, and easy access to schools, hospitals, and two airports.
Coastal towns lead the way
Other coastal towns aren’t far behind. Mazarrón scores 82.98 with 307 sunny days and growing services. Águilas, with 312 sunny days, and Torre-Pacheco, with calm weather and low winds, also make the happiness list!
Inland towns and Murcia City
Inland towns and Murcia city hold their own, too. Lorca (79.93), Fuente Álamo (79.40), and Beniel (79.38) have good services, history, and great connections. Cartagena (72.27) offers port city life plus universities, hospitals, and culture.
What Keeps People Smiling
In the Murcia Region, there are plenty of sunny days, but good services, connections, and a comfortable life keep people smiling. Check out the Happy Index map for yourself at www.sonneil.com/spain-happy-index/.
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