Sri Lanka59.74
Overall rating
Open country profileSri Lanka vs. United States: Country Comparison
United States leads the overall rating with 68.90 points, ahead of Sri Lanka with 59.74 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in BAC Limit (‰) and Bread Price per 500 Grams.
Sri Lanka
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
Sri Lanka scores clearly better than United States on BAC Limit (‰).
Sri Lanka scores clearly better than United States on Bread Price per 500 Grams.
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on Passport Power (Henley Index).
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on Same-Sex Legal Status.
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on Car Purchase Index.
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on Bitcoin Cash Access.
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on Fixed Broadband Subscriptions.
United States scores clearly better than Sri Lanka on 5G Coverage.
Categories Compared
Sri Lanka
66 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 70 | 64 | Sri Lanka |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 90 | 79 | Sri Lanka |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 65 | 42 | Sri Lanka |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 54 | 70 | United States |
| Legal Protection & Property | 48 | 70 | United States |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 48 | 71 | United States |
Sri Lanka
61 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 58 | 70 | United States |
| Environmental Health | 51 | 88 | United States |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 74 | 69 | Sri Lanka |
Sri Lanka
54 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 66 | 58 | Sri Lanka |
| Investment & Capital Access | 52 | 75 | United States |
| Banking & Fintech | 59 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 37 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 44 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 48 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 60 | 70 | United States |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 47 | 87 | United States |
Sri Lanka
85 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 75 | 44 | Sri Lanka |
| Food & Basic Goods | 74 | 18 | Sri Lanka |
| Dining & Going Out | 95 | 35 | Sri Lanka |
| Mobility Costs | 77 | 58 | Sri Lanka |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 93 | 41 | Sri Lanka |
| Personal Services | 94 | 39 | Sri Lanka |
Sri Lanka
48 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 43 | 74 | United States |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 49 | 67 | United States |
| Electricity & Energy | 69 | 72 | United States |
| Internet & Connectivity | 36 | 91 | United States |
| Public Transport | 41 | 58 | United States |
Sri Lanka
55 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 55 | 45 | Sri Lanka |
| Climate & Weather | 72 | 70 | Sri Lanka |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 73 | 65 | Sri Lanka |
| Leisure & Recreation | 53 | 81 | United States |
| Arts & Entertainment | 36 | 80 | United States |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 55 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 49 | 53 | United States |
| Pet-Friendly | 49 | 59 | United States |
Sri Lanka
53 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 61 | 73 | United States |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 55 | 77 | United States |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 50 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 54 | 82 | United States |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 49 | 80 | United States |
| Language & Integration | 55 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 37 | 77 | United States |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 54 | 76 | United States |
Sri Lanka
67 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 54 | 87 | United States |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 57 | 89 | United States |
| Attractions & Activities | 61 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 75 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 93 | 45 | Sri Lanka |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 78 | 85 | United States |
Sri Lanka
47 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Sri Lanka | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 57 | 79 | United States |
| Education & Knowledge | 55 | 79 | United States |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 41 | 57 | United States |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 47 | 75 | United States |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 23 | 86 | United States |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 44 | 73 | United States |
| Religion & Worldviews | 52 | 74 | United States |
| Demography | 48 | 63 | United States |