American Samoa59.45
Overall rating
Open country profileAmerican Samoa vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of American Samoa with 59.45 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Energy Self-Sufficiency and Bitcoin Cash Access.
American Samoa
United States68.90
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Bitcoin Cash Access.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on 5G Coverage.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Cinema Density.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Double Taxation Agreements.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Car Purchase Index.
United States scores clearly better than American Samoa on Crypto Adoption.
Categories Compared
American Samoa
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 75 | 64 | American Samoa |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 93 | 79 | American Samoa |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 46 | 42 | American Samoa |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 78 | 70 | American Samoa |
| Legal Protection & Property | 70 | 70 | Tie |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 67 | 71 | United States |
American Samoa
63 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 63 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 67 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 60 | 69 | United States |
American Samoa
61 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 67 | 58 | American Samoa |
| Investment & Capital Access | 65 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 73 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 32 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 54 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 54 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 71 | 70 | American Samoa |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 48 | 87 | United States |
American Samoa
49 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 53 | 44 | American Samoa |
| Food & Basic Goods | 27 | 18 | American Samoa |
| Dining & Going Out | 54 | 35 | American Samoa |
| Mobility Costs | 68 | 58 | American Samoa |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 33 | 41 | United States |
| Personal Services | 57 | 39 | American Samoa |
American Samoa
39 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 13 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 56 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 59 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 38 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 31 | 58 | United States |
American Samoa
47 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 53 | 45 | American Samoa |
| Climate & Weather | 70 | 70 | Tie |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 63 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 52 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 25 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 19 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 51 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 44 | 59 | United States |
American Samoa
66 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 63 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 70 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 53 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 70 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 69 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 72 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 75 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 65 | 76 | United States |
American Samoa
63 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 54 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 62 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 52 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 74 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 76 | 45 | American Samoa |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 72 | 85 | United States |
American Samoa
67 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | American Samoa | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 78 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 60 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 52 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 75 | 75 | Tie |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 81 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 64 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 60 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 55 | 63 | United States |