Poland70.71
Overall rating
Open country profilePoland vs. United States: Country Comparison
Poland leads the overall rating with 70.71 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Parental Leave and BAC Limit (‰).
Poland
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
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Paid Parental Leave.
Poland scores clearly better than United States on BAC Limit (‰).
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Mobile Plan Cost.
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Car Insurance ($/yr).
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Tsunami Risk.
Poland scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
Categories Compared
Poland
74 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 76 | 64 | Poland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 81 | 79 | Poland |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 72 | 42 | Poland |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 76 | 70 | Poland |
| Legal Protection & Property | 64 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 71 | 71 | Tie |
Poland
78 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 75 | 70 | Poland |
| Environmental Health | 82 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 76 | 69 | Poland |
Poland
67 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 57 | 58 | United States |
| Investment & Capital Access | 72 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 68 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 60 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 77 | 69 | Poland |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 50 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 75 | 70 | Poland |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 73 | 87 | United States |
Poland
67 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 47 | 44 | Poland |
| Food & Basic Goods | 49 | 18 | Poland |
| Dining & Going Out | 78 | 35 | Poland |
| Mobility Costs | 71 | 58 | Poland |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 86 | 41 | Poland |
| Personal Services | 71 | 39 | Poland |
Poland
69 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 71 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 58 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 73 | 72 | Poland |
| Internet & Connectivity | 72 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 74 | 58 | Poland |
Poland
65 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 61 | 45 | Poland |
| Climate & Weather | 60 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 55 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 75 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 70 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 63 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 67 | 53 | Poland |
| Pet-Friendly | 68 | 59 | Poland |
Poland
72 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 78 | 73 | Poland |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 82 | 77 | Poland |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 64 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 77 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 80 | 80 | Tie |
| Language & Integration | 60 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 56 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 68 | 76 | United States |
Poland
78 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 80 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 84 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 77 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 68 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 75 | 45 | Poland |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 86 | 85 | Poland |
Poland
65 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Poland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 72 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 83 | 79 | Poland |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 61 | 57 | Poland |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 63 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 52 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 72 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 61 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 48 | 63 | United States |