Philippines56.55
Overall rating
Open country profilePhilippines vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Philippines with 56.55 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Car Purchase Index and Fixed Broadband Subscriptions.
Philippines
United States68.90
Overall rating
Open country profileKey Detail Comparisons
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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 Philippines on Car Purchase Index.
United States scores clearly better than Philippines on Fixed Broadband Subscriptions.
Philippines scores clearly better than United States on Cocktail Price in a Bar.
United States scores clearly better than Philippines on Waste Management.
Philippines scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
United States scores clearly better than Philippines on Bitcoin Cash Access.
United States scores clearly better than Philippines on Cinema Density.
Philippines scores clearly better than United States on Mobile Plan Cost.
Categories Compared
Philippines
49 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 55 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 54 | 79 | United States |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 29 | 42 | United States |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 60 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 44 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 48 | 71 | United States |
Philippines
54 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 52 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 49 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 61 | 69 | United States |
Philippines
60 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 71 | 58 | Philippines |
| Investment & Capital Access | 60 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 61 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 61 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 59 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 45 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 69 | 70 | United States |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 44 | 87 | United States |
Philippines
80 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 68 | 44 | Philippines |
| Food & Basic Goods | 53 | 18 | Philippines |
| Dining & Going Out | 97 | 35 | Philippines |
| Mobility Costs | 80 | 58 | Philippines |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 91 | 41 | Philippines |
| Personal Services | 89 | 39 | Philippines |
Philippines
46 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 35 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 42 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 64 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 43 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 43 | 58 | United States |
Philippines
53 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 45 | 45 | Tie |
| Climate & Weather | 69 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 66 | 65 | Philippines |
| Leisure & Recreation | 48 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 38 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 60 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 47 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 51 | 59 | United States |
Philippines
55 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 59 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 47 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 52 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 55 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 50 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 63 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 69 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 53 | 76 | United States |
Philippines
69 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 56 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 60 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 63 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 78 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 91 | 45 | Philippines |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 77 | 85 | United States |
Philippines
52 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Philippines | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 60 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 56 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 35 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 57 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 47 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 45 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 60 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 54 | 63 | United States |