Puerto Rico63.54
Overall rating
Open country profilePuerto Rico vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Puerto Rico with 63.54 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Double Taxation Agreements and Energy Self-Sufficiency.
Puerto Rico
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
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Double Taxation Agreements.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Energy Self-Sufficiency.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Waste Management.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Net Migration Rate.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Puerto Rico scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Fertility Rate.
United States scores clearly better than Puerto Rico on Cinema Density.
Categories Compared
Puerto Rico
69 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 55 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 91 | 79 | Puerto Rico |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 42 | 42 | Tie |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 79 | 70 | Puerto Rico |
| Legal Protection & Property | 69 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 68 | 71 | United States |
Puerto Rico
69 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 71 | 70 | Puerto Rico |
| Environmental Health | 61 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 75 | 69 | Puerto Rico |
Puerto Rico
68 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 66 | 58 | Puerto Rico |
| Investment & Capital Access | 71 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 73 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 46 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 77 | 69 | Puerto Rico |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 53 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 70 | Puerto Rico |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 64 | 87 | United States |
Puerto Rico
49 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 49 | 44 | Puerto Rico |
| Food & Basic Goods | 14 | 18 | United States |
| Dining & Going Out | 51 | 35 | Puerto Rico |
| Mobility Costs | 72 | 58 | Puerto Rico |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 47 | 41 | Puerto Rico |
| Personal Services | 61 | 39 | Puerto Rico |
Puerto Rico
52 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 37 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 54 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 54 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 69 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 47 | 58 | United States |
Puerto Rico
58 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 63 | 45 | Puerto Rico |
| Climate & Weather | 76 | 70 | Puerto Rico |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 57 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 63 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 44 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 54 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 53 | 53 | Tie |
| Pet-Friendly | 56 | 59 | United States |
Puerto Rico
70 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 69 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 74 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 62 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 74 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 70 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 66 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 77 | 77 | Tie |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 68 | 76 | United States |
Puerto Rico
71 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 70 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 73 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 66 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 76 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 69 | 45 | Puerto Rico |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 80 | 85 | United States |
Puerto Rico
69 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Puerto Rico | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 78 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 77 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 49 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 73 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 84 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 71 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 67 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 39 | 63 | United States |