Ecuador58.42
Overall rating
Open country profileEcuador vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Ecuador with 58.42 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Waste Management and Car Purchase Index.
Ecuador
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 (%)
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Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
United States scores clearly better than Ecuador on Waste Management.
United States scores clearly better than Ecuador on Car Purchase Index.
United States scores clearly better than Ecuador on 5G Coverage.
United States scores clearly better than Ecuador on EV Charging Infrastructure.
Ecuador scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
Ecuador scores clearly better than United States on Car Insurance ($/yr).
Ecuador scores clearly better than United States on Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram.
United States scores clearly better than Ecuador on Bitcoin Cash Access.
Categories Compared
Ecuador
46 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 37 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 51 | 79 | United States |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 42 | 42 | Tie |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 60 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 41 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 50 | 71 | United States |
Ecuador
59 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 61 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 52 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 65 | 69 | United States |
Ecuador
58 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 61 | 58 | Ecuador |
| Investment & Capital Access | 57 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 61 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 36 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 82 | 69 | Ecuador |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 46 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 64 | 70 | United States |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 55 | 87 | United States |
Ecuador
78 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 72 | 44 | Ecuador |
| Food & Basic Goods | 61 | 18 | Ecuador |
| Dining & Going Out | 86 | 35 | Ecuador |
| Mobility Costs | 83 | 58 | Ecuador |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 80 | 41 | Ecuador |
| Personal Services | 87 | 39 | Ecuador |
Ecuador
52 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 38 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 44 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 86 | 72 | Ecuador |
| Internet & Connectivity | 42 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 48 | 58 | United States |
Ecuador
59 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 48 | 45 | Ecuador |
| Climate & Weather | 76 | 70 | Ecuador |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 79 | 65 | Ecuador |
| Leisure & Recreation | 57 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 47 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 56 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 48 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 60 | 59 | Ecuador |
Ecuador
58 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 62 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 71 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 44 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 54 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 67 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 50 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 63 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 47 | 76 | United States |
Ecuador
69 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 58 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 61 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 64 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 76 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 88 | 45 | Ecuador |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 79 | 85 | United States |
Ecuador
57 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 61 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 65 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 36 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 55 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 67 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 50 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 65 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 62 | 63 | United States |