Country profile

Algeria: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Algeria is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Vacation Costs, Communication & Digital Costs and Mobility Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Bitcoin & Crypto, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Religion & Worldviews.

Overall rating 53.66 points
Global rank Rank 164 globally
Continental rank Rank 14 in Africa

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Decision areas

The following entry points link directly to detailed articles that are especially relevant for relocation, longer stays, daily life and travel planning.

Key questions about Algeria

Why is Algeria especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Algeria?

Vacation Costs, Communication & Digital Costs and Mobility Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Bitcoin & Crypto, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Religion & Worldviews.

How important is lower-cost living and longer stays for Algeria?

The detailed articles below help check whether the rating fits residence, work, costs, healthcare, safety or travel.

Strengths and weaknesses

This section only shows categories, topic areas and indicators where Algeria ranks in the top three or bottom three globally or continentally and shares the same score with no more than two other countries. Global ranks take priority over continental ranks.

Strengths

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Algeria is especially useful to compare with United States, Portugal and Spain, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Denmark and Germany work as contrast comparisons when everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Algeria vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 49 points better on Relocation & Residency than Algeria.
  • Algeria vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 47 points better on Relocation & Residency than Algeria.
  • Algeria vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 48 points better on Relocation & Residency than Algeria.
  • Algeria vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 52 points better on Relocation & Residency than Algeria.
  • Algeria vs. United States
    United States performs about 44 points better on Relocation & Residency than Algeria.

All ratings and indicators for Algeria

58 topic areas and 342 indicators are linked directly in the static HTML. Categories and topic areas are collapsed to keep the country profile easy to scan.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Risk ShowHide

Safety & Crime

6 indicators

66
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Homicide Rate
Rank 64 globally 94
Petty Crime Index
Rank 131 globally 51
Women's Safety
Rank 143 globally 52
Organized Crime
Rank 136 globally 48
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 189 globally 55
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 134 globally 86
Political Violence
Rank 145 globally 74
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 162 globally 77
Terrorism Risk
Rank 183 globally 82

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

56
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Flood Risk
Rank 104 globally 49
Storm Risk
Rank 37 globally 93
Earthquake Risk
Rank 180 globally 39
Drought Risk
Rank 193 globally 30
Wildfire Risk
Rank 129 globally 45
Landslide Risk
Rank 152 globally 44
Tsunami Risk
Rank 94 globally 71
Volcano Risk
Rank 133 globally 91

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

39
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State Surveillance
Rank 177 globally 42
Internet Censorship
Rank 187 globally 36
Internet Freedom
Rank 183 globally 39
Data Protection Laws
Rank 184 globally 30
VPN Access
Rank 191 globally 38
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 141 globally 54
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Rule of Law
Rank 164 globally 41
Property Rights Security
Rank 155 globally 44
Corruption Perception
Rank 152 globally 35
Police Effectiveness
Rank 144 globally 51
Expropriation Risk
Rank 154 globally 42
Extradition Risk
Rank 34 globally 52

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

52
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Political Stability
Rank 167 globally 49
Economic Resilience
Rank 93 globally 62
Government Efficiency
Rank 161 globally 47
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 162 globally 48
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

55
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 133 globally 57
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 175 globally 53
Emergency Care
Rank 140 globally 54
Medicine Access
Rank 159 globally 56
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 141 globally 54
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 149 globally 58
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 183 globally 44
Doctor Density
Rank 119 globally 48
Hospital Beds
Rank 150 globally 30
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 97 globally 93
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 64 globally 69
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 156 globally 44

Environmental Health

6 indicators

53
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 163 globally 54
Noise Pollution
Rank 201 globally 36
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 140 globally 73
Sanitation
Rank 119 globally 67
Waste Management
Rank 135 globally 32
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Life Expectancy
Rank 92 globally 76
Infectious Diseases
Rank 111 globally 75
Obesity Rate
Rank 120 globally 71
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 157 globally 33
Mental Health
Rank 119 globally 62
Suicide Rate
Rank 23 globally 95
Maternal Mortality
Rank 140 globally 53
Vaccination Rate
Rank 84 globally 92
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 61 globally 76
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 9 globally 92
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 140 globally 81
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 193 globally 49
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 177 globally 40
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 143 globally 68
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 137 globally 68
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 169 globally 94
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 171 globally 52
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 84 globally 49
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 113 globally 64
Capital Market Depth
Rank 117 globally 62
Business Credit Access
Rank 167 globally 49
Investor Protection
Rank 166 globally 40
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 157 globally 43
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 60 globally 76
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 154 globally 44
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 177 globally 40

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

49
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 186 globally 23
Banking Stability
Rank 164 globally 65
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 174 globally 73
Fintech Development
Rank 171 globally 36
ATM Availability
Rank 178 globally 44
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 109 globally 51
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 79 globally 72
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 209 globally 34

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

15
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 180 globally 18
Crypto Regulation
Rank 226 globally 14
Legal Status
Rank 227 globally 8
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 178 globally 44
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 189 globally 5

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

49
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 143 globally 30
Transaction Costs
Rank 118 globally 65
Affordability
Rank 174 globally 45
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 74 globally 68
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 158 globally 35
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 138 globally 57
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 161 globally 52
Days to Register a Company
Rank 155 globally 44

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

68
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 124 globally 58
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 153 globally 78
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 130 globally 56
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 88 globally 85
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 201 globally 44
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 134 globally 79
Central Bank Independence
Rank 169 globally 58
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 4 globally 95
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 109 globally 75
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 146 globally 27
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 123 globally 32
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 187 globally 46
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 117 globally 63
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 149 globally 27
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

78
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 56 globally 58
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 66 globally 70
Electricity Cost
Rank 20 globally 95
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

81
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 63 globally 69
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 1 globally 100
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 73 globally 73
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 82 globally 76
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 185 globally 36
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 37 globally 92
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 24 globally 94

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

77
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 87 globally 76
Burger Menu Price
Rank 77 globally 93
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 48 globally 90
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 163 globally 55
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 187 globally 52
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 124 globally 80
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 121 globally 75
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 8 globally 92
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 57 globally 96
Car Purchase Index
Rank 140 globally 3
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 39 globally 81
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 17 globally 92
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 13 globally 98
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 37 globally 97
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 64 globally 72

Personal Services

4 indicators

76
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Haircut Cost
Rank 86 globally 86
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 65 globally 93
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 209 globally 39
Local Services Cost
Rank 80 globally 86
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34
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Logistics Performance
Rank 117 globally 27
Rail Network Density
Rank 70 globally 34
Airport Connectivity
Rank 105 globally 41
Port Connectivity
Rank 47 globally 38
46
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Road Quality
Rank 89 globally 53
Traffic Congestion
Rank 105 globally 54
Road Density
Rank 215 globally 38
Traffic Deaths
Rank 154 globally 57
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 130 globally 6

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

77
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Power Outages
Rank 83 globally 90
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 1 globally 100
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 169 globally 15
CO2 Intensity
Rank 129 globally 37
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 155 globally 38
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 123 globally 33
Mobile Speed
Rank 135 globally 47
5G Coverage
Rank 113 globally 10

Public Transport

4 indicators

42
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Transit Coverage
Rank 70 globally 55
Transit Punctuality
Rank 105 globally 55
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 131 globally 10
Walkability Score
Rank 150 globally 45
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

61
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 78 globally 60
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 154 globally 52
Burnout Risk
Rank 114 globally 50
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

78
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 134 globally 58
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 21 globally 86
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 203 globally 67
Seasonal Variation
Rank 159 globally 63

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

32
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Beach Quality
Rank 139 globally 46
Mountain Access
Rank 88 globally 45
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 197 globally 16
Biodiversity Index
Rank 211 globally 37
Forest Cover
Rank 208 globally 1

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

43
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 108 globally 42
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 216 globally 28
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 136 globally 34
Recovery Time
Rank 51 globally 77

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 101 globally 34
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 47 globally 38
Music & Nightlife
Rank 184 globally 25
Cinema Density
Rank 93 globally 24
Cultural Freedom
Rank 182 globally 30
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 29 globally 79
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 138 globally 32
Restaurant Density
Rank 139 globally 37
Street Food Scene
Rank 141 globally 32
Local Market Quality
Rank 141 globally 40
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 135 globally 33
Local Freshness
Rank 142 globally 44
Local Authenticity
Rank 133 globally 32

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

48
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 57 globally 96
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 97 globally 31
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 120 globally 21
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 81 globally 79
Child Safety Score
Rank 122 globally 58
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 127 globally 15
Playground Density
Rank 140 globally 38

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

45
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 132 globally 40
Veterinary Quality
Rank 145 globally 40
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 59 globally 70
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 142 globally 30
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 166 globally 40
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 175 globally 30
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 196 globally 38
E-Government
Rank 172 globally 48
Visa Processing Time
Rank 208 globally 25
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 183 globally 45
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 164 globally 46
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 164 globally 31
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 155 globally 50
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 196 globally 24
Border Openness
Rank 195 globally 7
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 195 globally 25
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 163 globally 81
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 196 globally 21
Remote Work Legality
Rank 180 globally 42
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 158 globally 53
Remote Job Market
Rank 157 globally 48
Coworking Density
Rank 136 globally 35
Nomad Community
Rank 172 globally 22
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 149 globally 42
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 190 globally 37
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 192 globally 39
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 171 globally 48
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 188 globally 40
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 163 globally 44
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 159 globally 50
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 173 globally 18
Family Reunification
Rank 185 globally 38
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 192 globally 34
Residence Status Stability
Rank 186 globally 42
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 182 globally 40
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 181 globally 19
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 191 globally 40
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

36
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 183 globally 29
Local Language Barrier
Rank 184 globally 36
Integration Ease
Rank 191 globally 49
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 184 globally 46
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 181 globally 46
International Schools
Rank 193 globally 30
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 193 globally 36
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 185 globally 26
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 174 globally 34
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 179 globally 30
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 35
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 166 globally 38
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 177 globally 40
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 185 globally 36
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 172 globally 46
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 129 globally 52
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 164 globally 42
Accommodation Availability
Rank 141 globally 43
Booking & Transparency
Rank 169 globally 43

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 139 globally 41
Digital Travel Services
Rank 152 globally 48
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 49
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 191 globally 41
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 133 globally 41
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 177 globally 43
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 201 globally 42
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 166 globally 39
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 153 globally 53
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 166 globally 49
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 212 globally 34

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

91
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Hotel Cost
Rank 64 globally 91
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 57 globally 93
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 72 globally 90
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 54 globally 89
Off-Season Usability
Rank 156 globally 63
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 149 globally 59
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

33
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Press Freedom
Rank 181 globally 33
Democracy Index
Rank 181 globally 31
Personal Freedom
Rank 180 globally 48
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 196 globally 18

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

59
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 179 globally 81
PISA Score
Rank 138 globally 32
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 100 globally 47
Education Expenditure
Rank 121 globally 67
School Life Expectancy
Rank 109 globally 70
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 74 globally 33
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 77 globally 40
Gini Index
Rank 33 globally 80
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 112 globally 40
Housing Support Score
Rank 97 globally 44
Social Mobility Score
Rank 109 globally 47
Social Cohesion
Rank 157 globally 46
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Gender Equality
Rank 193 globally 39
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 188 globally 38
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 185 globally 29
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 186 globally 26
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 184 globally 30

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

18
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 158 globally 12
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 189 globally 19
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 178 globally 23
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 190 globally 17
Pride Culture
Rank 183 globally 15
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Disability Support Score
Rank 136 globally 43
Public Accessibility
Rank 171 globally 35
Digital Accessibility
Rank 179 globally 30
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 164 globally 40

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

22
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 195 globally 29
Secularization Score
Rank 196 globally 18
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 214 globally 8
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 198 globally 24

Demography

10 indicators

58
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Median Age
Rank 85 globally 68
Fertility Rate
Rank 85 globally 79
Population Growth
Rank 65 globally 54
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 86 globally 69
Foreign Population Share
Rank 216 globally 23
Population Density
Rank 26 globally 77
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 161 globally 47
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 201 globally 85
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14