Sweden76.52
Overall rating
Open country profileSweden vs. United States: Country Comparison
Sweden leads the overall rating with 76.52 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Parental Leave and Paid Vacation Days.
Sweden
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
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Paid Parental Leave.
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on BAC Limit (‰).
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Sweden on Heating & Gas Cost.
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Childcare Cost.
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Tsunami Risk.
Sweden scores clearly better than United States on Public Debt (% of GDP).
Categories Compared
Sweden
85 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 81 | 64 | Sweden |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 89 | 79 | Sweden |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 78 | 42 | Sweden |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 94 | 70 | Sweden |
| Legal Protection & Property | 85 | 70 | Sweden |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 85 | 71 | Sweden |
Sweden
86 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 81 | 70 | Sweden |
| Environmental Health | 94 | 88 | Sweden |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 84 | 69 | Sweden |
Sweden
71 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 52 | 58 | United States |
| Investment & Capital Access | 82 | 75 | Sweden |
| Banking & Fintech | 74 | 81 | United States |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 56 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 63 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 67 | 65 | Sweden |
| Macroeconomics | 79 | 70 | Sweden |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 81 | 87 | United States |
Sweden
37 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 32 | 44 | United States |
| Food & Basic Goods | 17 | 18 | United States |
| Dining & Going Out | 25 | 35 | United States |
| Mobility Costs | 46 | 58 | United States |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 67 | 41 | Sweden |
| Personal Services | 36 | 39 | United States |
Sweden
84 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 76 | 74 | Sweden |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 79 | 67 | Sweden |
| Electricity & Energy | 90 | 72 | Sweden |
| Internet & Connectivity | 92 | 91 | Sweden |
| Public Transport | 86 | 58 | Sweden |
Sweden
71 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 74 | 45 | Sweden |
| Climate & Weather | 56 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 49 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 91 | 81 | Sweden |
| Arts & Entertainment | 81 | 80 | Sweden |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 60 | 68 | United States |
| Family-Friendly | 91 | 53 | Sweden |
| Pet-Friendly | 67 | 59 | Sweden |
Sweden
85 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 88 | 73 | Sweden |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 85 | 77 | Sweden |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 76 | 78 | United States |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 95 | 82 | Sweden |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 87 | 80 | Sweden |
| Language & Integration | 73 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 91 | 77 | Sweden |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 93 | 76 | Sweden |
Sweden
81 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 94 | 87 | Sweden |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 95 | 89 | Sweden |
| Attractions & Activities | 83 | 90 | United States |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 71 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 52 | 45 | Sweden |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 89 | 85 | Sweden |
Sweden
89 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Sweden | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 91 | 79 | Sweden |
| Education & Knowledge | 88 | 79 | Sweden |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 84 | 57 | Sweden |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 93 | 75 | Sweden |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 99 | 86 | Sweden |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 98 | 73 | Sweden |
| Religion & Worldviews | 82 | 74 | Sweden |
| Demography | 65 | 63 | Sweden |