Russia55.89
Overall rating
Open country profileRussia vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Russia with 55.89 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in BAC Limit (‰) and Paid Vacation Days.
Russia
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
Russia scores clearly better than United States on BAC Limit (‰).
Russia scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
United States scores clearly better than Russia on Bitcoin Cash Access.
United States scores clearly better than Russia on Same-Sex Legal Status.
United States scores clearly better than Russia on Pride Culture.
United States scores clearly better than Russia on Border Openness.
Russia scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
United States scores clearly better than Russia on Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days.
Categories Compared
Russia
40 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 60 | 64 | United States |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 34 | 79 | United States |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 54 | 42 | Russia |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 17 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 26 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 41 | 71 | United States |
Russia
69 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 63 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 75 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 69 | 69 | Tie |
Russia
63 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 70 | 58 | Russia |
| Investment & Capital Access | 55 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 56 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 38 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 70 | 69 | Russia |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 64 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 72 | 70 | Russia |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 66 | 87 | United States |
Russia
78 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 68 | 44 | Russia |
| Food & Basic Goods | 57 | 18 | Russia |
| Dining & Going Out | 86 | 35 | Russia |
| Mobility Costs | 81 | 58 | Russia |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 92 | 41 | Russia |
| Personal Services | 82 | 39 | Russia |
Russia
59 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 53 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 40 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 77 | 72 | Russia |
| Internet & Connectivity | 60 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 63 | 58 | Russia |
Russia
57 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 62 | 45 | Russia |
| Climate & Weather | 56 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 48 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 69 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 58 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 54 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 55 | 53 | Russia |
| Pet-Friendly | 56 | 59 | United States |
Russia
36 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 50 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 24 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 27 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 45 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 44 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 38 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 21 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 39 | 76 | United States |
Russia
63 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 57 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 58 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 60 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 53 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 81 | 45 | Russia |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 77 | 85 | United States |
Russia
42 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Russia | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 26 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 80 | 79 | Russia |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 44 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 31 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 15 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 40 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 48 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 58 | 63 | United States |