24th April 2026
On paper, the US looks far ahead — with higher GDP per capita, faster growth, and booming stock markets. But does that actually translate into better living standards? In this video, I compare the real differences between the US and UK economy, looking beyond GDP to what actually matters.
Life expectancy and health outcomes
Cost of living (housing, insurance, healthcare)
Inequality and wages
Crime and quality of life
Working hours and holidays
You might be surprised — while Americans earn more on average, they also face higher risks, higher costs, and less security. Meanwhile, the UK performs better on several key measures of wellbeing.