Abstract
In this paper we use data from a population survey on quality of life dimensions conducted in Uruguay to analyze the self
reported well-being among workers and non workers. Along with the literature, we find that the probability of being happy
is greater for workers than non-workers. Specifically, we find evidence that workers tend to be more satisfied with their
economic situation and heath, but less content with their leisure time. A number of personal and family characteristics were
identified to play a role in explaining the differences in reported satisfaction between the two groups: age, gender, family
size, having a life partner. Although, the self reported satisfaction with the family situation seems to be similar for workers
and non-workers.
reported well-being among workers and non workers. Along with the literature, we find that the probability of being happy
is greater for workers than non-workers. Specifically, we find evidence that workers tend to be more satisfied with their
economic situation and heath, but less content with their leisure time. A number of personal and family characteristics were
identified to play a role in explaining the differences in reported satisfaction between the two groups: age, gender, family
size, having a life partner. Although, the self reported satisfaction with the family situation seems to be similar for workers
and non-workers.
- Content Type Journal Article
- Pages 1-19
- DOI 10.1007/s11205-011-9985-4
- Authors
- Néstor Gandelman, Universidad ORT Uruguay, Bulevar España 2633, 11300 Montevideo, Uruguay
- Giorgina Piani, Universidad de la República, Montevideo, Uruguay
- Journal Social Indicators Research
- Online ISSN 1573-0921
- Print ISSN 0303-8300