Qatar63.17
Overall rating
Open country profileQatar vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Qatar with 63.17 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Vacation Days and BAC Limit (‰).
Qatar
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
Qatar scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Qatar scores clearly better than United States on BAC Limit (‰).
United States scores clearly better than Qatar on Same-Sex Legal Status.
United States scores clearly better than Qatar on Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5).
Qatar scores clearly better than United States on Territorial Tax System.
United States scores clearly better than Qatar on Pride Culture.
United States scores clearly better than Qatar on Naturalization Requirements.
United States scores clearly better than Qatar on Bitcoin Cash Access.
Categories Compared
Qatar
72 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 83 | 64 | Qatar |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 81 | 79 | Qatar |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 79 | 42 | Qatar |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 33 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 60 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 70 | 71 | United States |
Qatar
69 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 73 | 70 | Qatar |
| Environmental Health | 53 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 81 | 69 | Qatar |
Qatar
76 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 98 | 58 | Qatar |
| Investment & Capital Access | 73 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 70 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 34 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 63 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 66 | 65 | Qatar |
| Macroeconomics | 78 | 70 | Qatar |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 92 | 87 | Qatar |
Qatar
57 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 58 | 44 | Qatar |
| Food & Basic Goods | 51 | 18 | Qatar |
| Dining & Going Out | 48 | 35 | Qatar |
| Mobility Costs | 85 | 58 | Qatar |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 60 | 41 | Qatar |
| Personal Services | 36 | 39 | United States |
Qatar
66 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 53 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 69 | 67 | Qatar |
| Electricity & Energy | 77 | 72 | Qatar |
| Internet & Connectivity | 72 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 54 | 58 | United States |
Qatar
49 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 59 | 45 | Qatar |
| Climate & Weather | 62 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 30 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 55 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 35 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 51 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 55 | 53 | Qatar |
| Pet-Friendly | 41 | 59 | United States |
Qatar
62 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 75 | 73 | Qatar |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 69 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 69 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 67 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 27 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 66 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 38 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 73 | 76 | United States |
Qatar
69 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 72 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 79 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 59 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 60 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 66 | 45 | Qatar |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 85 | 85 | Tie |
Qatar
39 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Qatar | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 30 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 58 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 47 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 39 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 5 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 51 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 14 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 63 | 63 | Tie |