A higher standard of living

I have noticed that Americans have a higher standard of living than back home in South Africa.

Security is not an issue - there are no walls, electric fences, alarms, etc. Anyone can walk right up to your front door. You can walk around late at night by yourself, it is safe.

Everything works - guess that's one of advantages of a developed country. Public transport is always on time. Online food ordering is the norm. Service is great, they deliver things when they say they will. The postal system is efficient. People are friendly and are willing to help.

Quality of life - all the packaging are good quality. Basic items are of good quality... things are bigger and better!   Roads are constantly kept clean. They recycle. There are assistance machines all over.

So overall, it seems that the US standard of living is better