Hong Kong70.07
Overall rating
Open country profileHong Kong vs. United States: Country Comparison
Hong Kong leads the overall rating with 70.07 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Territorial Tax System and Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Hong Kong
United States68.90
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
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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
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United States on Territorial Tax System.
United States scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United States on Public Debt (% of GDP).
United States scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Fuel Price per Liter.
United States scores clearly better than Hong Kong on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Hong Kong scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Transaction Costs.
United States scores clearly better than Hong Kong on Fertility Rate.
Categories Compared
Hong Kong
70 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 80 | 64 | Hong Kong |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 85 | 79 | Hong Kong |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 50 | 42 | Hong Kong |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 36 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 62 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 75 | 71 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
80 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 77 | 70 | Hong Kong |
| Environmental Health | 77 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 84 | 69 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
78 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 87 | 58 | Hong Kong |
| Investment & Capital Access | 78 | 75 | Hong Kong |
| Banking & Fintech | 80 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 80 | 80 | Tie |
| Real Estate & Property | 30 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 83 | 65 | Hong Kong |
| Macroeconomics | 85 | 70 | Hong Kong |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 82 | 87 | United States |
Hong Kong
47 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 39 | 44 | United States |
| Food & Basic Goods | 20 | 18 | Hong Kong |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 35 | Hong Kong |
| Mobility Costs | 47 | 58 | United States |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 79 | 41 | Hong Kong |
| Personal Services | 48 | 39 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
81 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 89 | 74 | Hong Kong |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 68 | 67 | Hong Kong |
| Electricity & Energy | 64 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 98 | 91 | Hong Kong |
| Public Transport | 84 | 58 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
56 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 42 | 45 | United States |
| Climate & Weather | 59 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 52 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 68 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 53 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 81 | 68 | Hong Kong |
| Family-Friendly | 51 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 43 | 59 | United States |
Hong Kong
78 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 81 | 73 | Hong Kong |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 81 | 77 | Hong Kong |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 81 | 78 | Hong Kong |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 82 | 82 | Tie |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 71 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 81 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 60 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 76 | 76 | Tie |
Hong Kong
80 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 89 | 87 | Hong Kong |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 92 | 89 | Hong Kong |
| Attractions & Activities | 80 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 73 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 57 | 45 | Hong Kong |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 94 | 85 | Hong Kong |
Hong Kong
58 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Hong Kong | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 40 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 81 | 79 | Hong Kong |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 52 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 60 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 52 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 64 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 70 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 50 | 63 | United States |