Belize58.54
Overall rating
Open country profileBelize vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Belize with 58.54 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Real Wage Growth Rate (%) and 5G Coverage.
Belize
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 Belize on Real Wage Growth Rate (%).
United States scores clearly better than Belize on 5G Coverage.
United States scores clearly better than Belize on Bitcoin Cash Access.
United States scores clearly better than Belize on Car Purchase Index.
United States scores clearly better than Belize on EV Charging Infrastructure.
Belize scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Belize on Logistics Performance.
United States scores clearly better than Belize on Fixed Broadband Subscriptions.
Categories Compared
Belize
62 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 46 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 86 | 79 | Belize |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 60 | 42 | Belize |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 69 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 52 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 57 | 71 | United States |
Belize
59 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 58 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 54 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 65 | 69 | United States |
Belize
61 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 81 | 58 | Belize |
| Investment & Capital Access | 60 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 62 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 40 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 82 | 69 | Belize |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 42 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 70 | 70 | Tie |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 39 | 87 | United States |
Belize
65 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 62 | 44 | Belize |
| Food & Basic Goods | 64 | 18 | Belize |
| Dining & Going Out | 70 | 35 | Belize |
| Mobility Costs | 72 | 58 | Belize |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 50 | 41 | Belize |
| Personal Services | 74 | 39 | Belize |
Belize
41 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 13 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 52 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 72 | 72 | Tie |
| Internet & Connectivity | 33 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 33 | 58 | United States |
Belize
54 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 55 | 45 | Belize |
| Climate & Weather | 74 | 70 | Belize |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 73 | 65 | Belize |
| Leisure & Recreation | 55 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 36 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 37 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 47 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 57 | 59 | United States |
Belize
66 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 62 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 78 | 77 | Belize |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 53 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 61 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 67 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 75 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 68 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 55 | 76 | United States |
Belize
64 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 52 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 58 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 59 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 79 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 76 | 45 | Belize |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 71 | 85 | United States |
Belize
56 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Belize | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 67 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 62 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 34 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 57 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 49 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 50 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 68 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 65 | 63 | Belize |