where does the US rank in freedom

In the broad Human Freedom Index , the U.S. is ranked 15th globally in the latest result I found, with a score of 8.71. In the 2026 Reporters Without Borders press freedom index , the U.S. is reported at 64th.

What that means

“Freedom” can mean different things, so the answer changes depending on the index. A broad freedom measure puts the U.S. in the top tier, but a press- freedom measure puts it much lower.

Quick context

• Broad freedom: 15th.

• Press freedom: 64th.

• Different rankings use different definitions, so they are not directly interchangeable.

Simple takeaway

If you mean overall freedom, the U.S. ranks around 15th in the most recent broad index I found. If you mean freedom of the press, it ranks 64th.