Panama64.52
Overall rating
Open country profilePanama vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Panama with 64.52 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Vacation Days and Territorial Tax System.
Panama
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
Panama scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Panama scores clearly better than United States on Territorial Tax System.
United States scores clearly better than Panama on EV Charging Infrastructure.
United States scores clearly better than Panama on Waste Management.
Panama scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
United States scores clearly better than Panama on 5G Coverage.
United States scores clearly better than Panama on Cinema Density.
Panama scores clearly better than United States on Car Insurance ($/yr).
Categories Compared
Panama
66 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 55 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 79 | Panama |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 53 | 42 | Panama |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 68 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 54 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 64 | 71 | United States |
Panama
66 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 62 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 65 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 70 | 69 | Panama |
Panama
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 74 | 58 | Panama |
| Investment & Capital Access | 66 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 72 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 50 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 85 | 69 | Panama |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 55 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 72 | 70 | Panama |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 59 | 87 | United States |
Panama
66 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 61 | 44 | Panama |
| Food & Basic Goods | 31 | 18 | Panama |
| Dining & Going Out | 79 | 35 | Panama |
| Mobility Costs | 80 | 58 | Panama |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 70 | 41 | Panama |
| Personal Services | 77 | 39 | Panama |
Panama
57 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 52 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 49 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 79 | 72 | Panama |
| Internet & Connectivity | 49 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 52 | 58 | United States |
Panama
62 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 72 | 45 | Panama |
| Climate & Weather | 73 | 70 | Panama |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 80 | 65 | Panama |
| Leisure & Recreation | 66 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 44 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 51 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 50 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 59 | 59 | Tie |
Panama
70 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 71 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 84 | 77 | Panama |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 65 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 72 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 69 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 56 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 65 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 65 | 76 | United States |
Panama
72 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 67 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 69 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 68 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 83 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 45 | Panama |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 79 | 85 | United States |
Panama
58 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Panama | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 68 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 61 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 42 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 59 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 48 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 56 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 68 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 64 | 63 | Panama |