Switzerland74.69
Overall rating
Open country profileSwitzerland vs. United States: Country Comparison
Switzerland leads the overall rating with 74.69 points, ahead of United States with 68.90 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Paid Parental Leave and Tsunami Risk.
Switzerland
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
Switzerland scores clearly better than United States on Paid Parental Leave.
Switzerland scores clearly better than United States on Tsunami Risk.
Switzerland scores clearly better than United States on Volcano Risk.
United States scores clearly better than Switzerland on Beach Quality.
United States scores clearly better than Switzerland on Port Connectivity.
United States scores clearly better than Switzerland on Driving License Cost ($).
United States scores clearly better than Switzerland on Heating & Gas Cost.
Switzerland scores clearly better than United States on Paid Vacation Days.
Categories Compared
Switzerland
88 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United States
68 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 83 | 64 | Switzerland |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 95 | 79 | Switzerland |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 74 | 42 | Switzerland |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 94 | 70 | Switzerland |
| Legal Protection & Property | 88 | 70 | Switzerland |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 89 | 71 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
85 points
❤️ Health
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United States
76 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 82 | 70 | Switzerland |
| Environmental Health | 90 | 88 | Switzerland |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 82 | 69 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
75 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United States
73 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 62 | 58 | Switzerland |
| Investment & Capital Access | 86 | 75 | Switzerland |
| Banking & Fintech | 81 | 81 | Tie |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 75 | 80 | United States |
| Real Estate & Property | 38 | 69 | United States |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 64 | 65 | United States |
| Macroeconomics | 84 | 70 | Switzerland |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 89 | 87 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
22 points
🏠 Costs
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United States
39 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 16 | 44 | United States |
| Food & Basic Goods | 6 | 18 | United States |
| Dining & Going Out | 22 | 35 | United States |
| Mobility Costs | 32 | 58 | United States |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 36 | 41 | United States |
| Personal Services | 18 | 39 | United States |
Switzerland
86 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 83 | 74 | Switzerland |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 81 | 67 | Switzerland |
| Electricity & Energy | 84 | 72 | Switzerland |
| Internet & Connectivity | 94 | 91 | Switzerland |
| Public Transport | 87 | 58 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
69 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United States
65 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 68 | 45 | Switzerland |
| Climate & Weather | 64 | 70 | United States |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 49 | 65 | United States |
| Leisure & Recreation | 84 | 81 | Switzerland |
| Arts & Entertainment | 81 | 80 | Switzerland |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 69 | 68 | Switzerland |
| Family-Friendly | 75 | 53 | Switzerland |
| Pet-Friendly | 64 | 59 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
84 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United States
79 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 84 | 73 | Switzerland |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 80 | 77 | Switzerland |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 78 | 78 | Tie |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 91 | 82 | Switzerland |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 86 | 80 | Switzerland |
| Language & Integration | 81 | 91 | United States |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 89 | 77 | Switzerland |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 92 | 76 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
77 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United States
81 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 96 | 87 | Switzerland |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 97 | 89 | Switzerland |
| Attractions & Activities | 90 | 90 | Tie |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 60 | 90 | United States |
| Vacation Costs | 26 | 45 | United States |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 89 | 85 | Switzerland |
Switzerland
85 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United States
74 points
| Topic | Switzerland | United States | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 90 | 79 | Switzerland |
| Education & Knowledge | 82 | 79 | Switzerland |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 77 | 57 | Switzerland |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 93 | 75 | Switzerland |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 95 | 86 | Switzerland |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 95 | 73 | Switzerland |
| Religion & Worldviews | 79 | 74 | Switzerland |
| Demography | 61 | 63 | United States |