Belgium72.99
Overall rating
Open country profileBelgium vs. United States: Country Comparison
Belgium leads the overall rating with 72.99 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Parental Leave and Unemployment Benefit Duration (months).
Belgium
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
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
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Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Belgium scores clearly better than United States on Paid Parental Leave.
Belgium scores clearly better than United States on Unemployment Benefit Duration (months).
Belgium scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
Belgium scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Belgium scores clearly better than United States on Tsunami Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Belgium on Cash Payment Limit.
United States scores clearly better than Belgium on Mountain Access.
United States scores clearly better than Belgium on Bitcoin Cash Access.
Categories Compared
Belgium
78 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 72 | 64 | Belgium |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 89 | 79 | Belgium |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 69 | 42 | Belgium |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 84 | 70 | Belgium |
| Legal Protection & Property | 74 | 70 | Belgium |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 74 | 71 | Belgium |
Belgium
82 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 79 | 70 | Belgium |
| Environmental Health | 87 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 80 | 69 | Belgium |
Belgium
63 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 35 | 58 | United States |
| Investment & Capital Access | 75 | 75 | Tie |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 55 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 58 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 71 | 70 | Belgium |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 79 | 87 | United States |
Belgium
43 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 31 | 44 | United States |
| Food & Basic Goods | 25 | 18 | Belgium |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 35 | Belgium |
| Mobility Costs | 47 | 58 | United States |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 62 | 41 | Belgium |
| Personal Services | 45 | 39 | Belgium |
Belgium
81 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 89 | 74 | Belgium |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 69 | 67 | Belgium |
| Electricity & Energy | 82 | 72 | Belgium |
| Internet & Connectivity | 86 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 78 | 58 | Belgium |
Belgium
67 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 68 | 45 | Belgium |
| Climate & Weather | 58 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 38 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 82 | 81 | Belgium |
| Arts & Entertainment | 80 | 80 | Tie |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 70 | 68 | Belgium |
| Family-Friendly | 75 | 53 | Belgium |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 59 | Belgium |
Belgium
80 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 73 | Belgium |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 77 | Belgium |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 73 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 86 | 82 | Belgium |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 83 | 80 | Belgium |
| Language & Integration | 70 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 82 | 77 | Belgium |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 79 | 76 | Belgium |
Belgium
80 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 90 | 87 | Belgium |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 91 | 89 | Belgium |
| Attractions & Activities | 79 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 66 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 63 | 45 | Belgium |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 91 | 85 | Belgium |
Belgium
85 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Belgium | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 84 | 79 | Belgium |
| Education & Knowledge | 91 | 79 | Belgium |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 88 | 57 | Belgium |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 84 | 75 | Belgium |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 94 | 86 | Belgium |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 91 | 73 | Belgium |
| Religion & Worldviews | 77 | 74 | Belgium |
| Demography | 58 | 63 | United States |