Where People Trust Each Other Most (And Least) In The World

This visualization, compiled by Bruno Venditti for Visual Capitalist, explores global trust levels across 25 countries. The data, sourced from a 2025 Pew Research Center survey, involved over 37,000 adults. Northern European countries consistently show the highest levels of trust, with Sweden leading the pack at 83%. These nations often benefit from strong institutions and social safety nets. Major economies like the US, UK, and Japan have moderate trust levels, with trust often outnumbering distrust, but by smaller margins. Many middle-income countries exhibit significantly lower trust, particularly Turkey, Mexico, and Brazil. These nations often face challenges like economic insecurity and weaker institutions. Lower income and reduced access to education are often linked to lower levels of trust in these areas. The data highlights a correlation between a country's economic and institutional strength, and its general population's level of trust. This visualization is a snapshot of how trust varies around the globe. This analysis allows for interesting comparisons across different societies.