Latvia72.11
Overall rating
Open country profileLatvia vs. United States: Country Comparison
Latvia leads the overall rating with 72.11 points, ahead of United States with 68.95 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Childcare Cost and Mountain Access.
Latvia
United States68.95
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
Latvia scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
United States scores clearly better than Latvia on Mountain Access.
Latvia scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Latvia scores clearly better than United States on Tsunami Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Latvia on Bitcoin Cash Access.
Latvia scores clearly better than United States on Mobile Plan Cost.
Latvia scores clearly better than United States on Car Insurance ($/yr).
United States scores clearly better than Latvia on Car Purchase Index.
Categories Compared
Latvia
76 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 74 | 64 | Latvia |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 83 | 79 | Latvia |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 77 | 44 | Latvia |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 84 | 70 | Latvia |
| Legal Protection & Property | 67 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 72 | 71 | Latvia |
Latvia
78 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 72 | 70 | Latvia |
| Environmental Health | 88 | 88 | Tie |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 73 | 69 | Latvia |
Latvia
69 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 57 | 58 | United States |
| Investment & Capital Access | 73 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 63 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 85 | 69 | Latvia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 69 | 65 | Latvia |
| Macroeconomics | 73 | 70 | Latvia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 63 | 87 | United States |
Latvia
65 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 47 | 44 | Latvia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 42 | 18 | Latvia |
| Dining & Going Out | 72 | 35 | Latvia |
| Mobility Costs | 66 | 58 | Latvia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 86 | 41 | Latvia |
| Personal Services | 73 | 39 | Latvia |
Latvia
70 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 61 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 68 | 67 | Latvia |
| Electricity & Energy | 82 | 72 | Latvia |
| Internet & Connectivity | 72 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 69 | 58 | Latvia |
Latvia
59 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 62 | 45 | Latvia |
| Climate & Weather | 57 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 44 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 72 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 60 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 49 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 62 | 53 | Latvia |
| Pet-Friendly | 69 | 59 | Latvia |
Latvia
78 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 83 | 73 | Latvia |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 83 | 77 | Latvia |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 72 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 86 | 82 | Latvia |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 78 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 65 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 73 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 80 | 76 | Latvia |
Latvia
76 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 80 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 85 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 69 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 66 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 45 | Latvia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 86 | 85 | Latvia |
Latvia
74 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Latvia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 81 | 79 | Latvia |
| Education & Knowledge | 83 | 79 | Latvia |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 60 | 57 | Latvia |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 76 | 75 | Latvia |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 73 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 75 | 73 | Latvia |
| Religion & Worldviews | 78 | 74 | Latvia |
| Demography | 55 | 63 | United States |