Country profile

Angola: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Angola 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 challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Vacation Costs, Climate & Weather and Mobility Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom.

Overall rating 45.15 points
Global rank Rank 201 globally
Continental rank Rank 38 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 Angola

Why is Angola 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 Angola?

Vacation Costs, Climate & Weather 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 infrastructure, mobility and digital usability deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom.

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

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 Angola 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

Angola 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 infrastructure, mobility and digital usability still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Angola vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 54 points better on Relocation & Residency than Angola.
  • Angola vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 52 points better on Relocation & Residency than Angola.
  • Angola vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 53 points better on Relocation & Residency than Angola.
  • Angola vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 57 points better on Relocation & Residency than Angola.
  • Angola vs. United States
    United States performs about 49 points better on Relocation & Residency than Angola.

All ratings and indicators for Angola

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

59
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Homicide Rate
Rank 132 globally 86
Petty Crime Index
Rank 191 globally 38
Women's Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Organized Crime
Rank 163 globally 44
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 187 globally 56
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 183 globally 69
Political Violence
Rank 174 globally 62
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 153 globally 79
Terrorism Risk
Rank 174 globally 89

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

67
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Flood Risk
Rank 96 globally 51
Storm Risk
Rank 47 globally 91
Earthquake Risk
Rank 71 globally 81
Drought Risk
Rank 120 globally 63
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 103 globally 55
Tsunami Risk
Rank 73 globally 80
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

49
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State Surveillance
Rank 156 globally 51
Internet Censorship
Rank 155 globally 54
Internet Freedom
Rank 167 globally 46
Data Protection Laws
Rank 163 globally 34
VPN Access
Rank 153 globally 59
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 163 globally 51
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Rule of Law
Rank 191 globally 33
Property Rights Security
Rank 192 globally 33
Corruption Perception
Rank 160 globally 33
Police Effectiveness
Rank 175 globally 44
Expropriation Risk
Rank 177 globally 39
Extradition Risk
Rank 57 globally 50

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

43
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Political Stability
Rank 182 globally 45
Economic Resilience
Rank 179 globally 50
Government Efficiency
Rank 196 globally 35
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 179 globally 38
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

38
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 201 globally 35
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 194 globally 43
Emergency Care
Rank 198 globally 34
Medicine Access
Rank 194 globally 41
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 198 globally 35
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 190 globally 45
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 59
Doctor Density
Rank 189 globally 9
Hospital Beds
Rank 195 globally 15
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 50
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 92 globally 65
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 200 globally 27

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 160 globally 55
Noise Pollution
Rank 176 globally 40
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 177 globally 52
Sanitation
Rank 196 globally 28
Waste Management
Rank 204 globally 9
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Life Expectancy
Rank 203 globally 42
Infectious Diseases
Rank 221 globally 28
Obesity Rate
Rank 47 globally 84
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 185 globally 22
Mental Health
Rank 214 globally 44
Suicide Rate
Rank 200 globally 39
Maternal Mortality
Rank 186 globally 33
Vaccination Rate
Rank 222 globally 56
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 76 globally 72
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 133 globally 75
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

74
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 55 globally 91
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 39 globally 88
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 94 globally 56
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 112 globally 79
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 91 globally 79
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 162 globally 98
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 185 globally 49
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 164 globally 10
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 153 globally 60
Capital Market Depth
Rank 149 globally 57
Business Credit Access
Rank 186 globally 44
Investor Protection
Rank 183 globally 34
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 183 globally 37
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 196 globally 56
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 197 globally 35
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 185 globally 38

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

48
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 199 globally 21
Banking Stability
Rank 163 globally 66
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 197 globally 68
Fintech Development
Rank 181 globally 29
ATM Availability
Rank 164 globally 54
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 127 globally 49
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 103 globally 23
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

26
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 163 globally 22
Crypto Regulation
Rank 167 globally 28
Legal Status
Rank 191 globally 25
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 155 globally 11
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 112 globally 66
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 163 globally 7

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

40
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 160 globally 25
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 212 globally 28
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 50 globally 74
34
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 220 globally 14
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 171 globally 51
Days to Register a Company
Rank 203 globally 31

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

50
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 158 globally 47
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 214 globally 20
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 188 globally 36
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 53 globally 87
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 172 globally 49
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 194 globally 53
Central Bank Independence
Rank 201 globally 43
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 70 globally 69
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 37 globally 89
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 162 globally 21
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 173 globally 17
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 204 globally 37
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 228 globally 3
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 175 globally 40
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 174 globally 18
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 79 globally 52
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 57 globally 72
Electricity Cost
Rank 9 globally 98
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 51 globally 98

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

64
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 88 globally 55
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 89 globally 71
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 106 globally 59
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 104 globally 67
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 131 globally 53
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 107 globally 67
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 86 globally 72

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

69
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 107 globally 70
Burger Menu Price
Rank 110 globally 84
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 155 globally 58
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 134 globally 70
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 154 globally 64
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 153 globally 58
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 157 globally 46
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 136 globally 77

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

81
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Transit Cost
Rank 100 globally 92
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 11 globally 90
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 69 globally 89
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 57 globally 96
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 58 globally 95
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Internet Cost
Rank 133 globally 55
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 131 globally 60
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 126 globally 76
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 130 globally 83
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 138 globally 55

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 103 globally 82
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 83 globally 89
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 143 globally 67
Local Services Cost
Rank 97 globally 81
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Logistics Performance
Rank 224 globally 1
Rail Network Density
Rank 88 globally 23
Airport Connectivity
Rank 168 globally 20
Port Connectivity
Rank 74 globally 28
33
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Road Quality
Rank 173 globally 33
Traffic Congestion
Rank 123 globally 48
Road Density
Rank 222 globally 31
Traffic Deaths
Rank 197 globally 36
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 161 globally 4

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

62
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Power Outages
Rank 162 globally 62
Electrification Rate
Rank 195 globally 43
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 55 globally 70
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 56 globally 60
CO2 Intensity
Rank 71 globally 55
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 168 globally 31
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 200 globally 1
Mobile Speed
Rank 168 globally 39
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

28
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Transit Coverage
Rank 152 globally 30
Transit Punctuality
Rank 203 globally 40
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

51
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 64 globally 73
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 168 globally 48
Burnout Risk
Rank 173 globally 40
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

87
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 18 globally 80
Sunshine Hours
Rank 63 globally 88
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 45 globally 78
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 89 globally 88

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

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Beach Quality
Rank 158 globally 41
Mountain Access
Rank 140 globally 30
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 161 globally 36
Biodiversity Index
Rank 33 globally 82
Forest Cover
Rank 52 globally 69

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

40
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 181 globally 20
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 137 globally 54
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 183 globally 23
Recovery Time
Rank 144 globally 63

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

26
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 161 globally 30
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 196 globally 25
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 188 globally 22
Restaurant Density
Rank 181 globally 25
Street Food Scene
Rank 180 globally 24
Local Market Quality
Rank 184 globally 28
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 178 globally 20
Local Freshness
Rank 184 globally 30
Local Authenticity
Rank 207 globally 21

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

32
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 203 globally 29
Child Safety Score
Rank 205 globally 30
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 206 globally 18

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 190 globally 20
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 124 globally 55
Pet Food Prices
Rank 144 globally 50
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 186 globally 20
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 166 globally 40
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 175 globally 30
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 206 globally 31
E-Government
Rank 202 globally 37
Visa Processing Time
Rank 198 globally 32
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 205 globally 35
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 199 globally 34
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 207 globally 17
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 189 globally 38
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 206 globally 18
Border Openness
Rank 201 globally 3
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 210 globally 13
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 146 globally 86
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 205 globally 18
Remote Work Legality
Rank 209 globally 32
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 206 globally 38
Remote Job Market
Rank 183 globally 42
Coworking Density
Rank 177 globally 25
Nomad Community
Rank 197 globally 16
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 172 globally 33
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 203 globally 29
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 202 globally 33
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 209 globally 36
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 34
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 196 globally 32
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 201 globally 40
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 202 globally 28
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 191 globally 35
Residence Status Stability
Rank 197 globally 36
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 203 globally 30
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 194 globally 15
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

34
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 202 globally 21
Local Language Barrier
Rank 201 globally 31
Integration Ease
Rank 194 globally 48
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 193 globally 43
Expat Community Size
Rank 190 globally 24
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 193 globally 43
International Schools
Rank 196 globally 29
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 172 globally 41
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 157 globally 31
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 169 globally 35
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 150 globally 35
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 203 globally 30
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 223 globally 12
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 204 globally 30
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 201 globally 27
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 203 globally 36
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 192 globally 31
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 201 globally 31
Accommodation Availability
Rank 196 globally 29
Booking & Transparency
Rank 198 globally 34

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

35
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Travel Services
Rank 190 globally 37
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 188 globally 45
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 206 globally 32
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 209 globally 25
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 205 globally 33
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 165 globally 53
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 189 globally 33
47
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 173 globally 44
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 187 globally 41
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 141 globally 57

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

90
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Hotel Cost
Rank 57 globally 92
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 47 globally 94
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 109 globally 85
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 71 globally 90
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 134 globally 83
Off-Season Usability
Rank 198 globally 55
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 197 globally 49
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 63 globally 86
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

37
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Press Freedom
Rank 156 globally 42
Democracy Index
Rank 181 globally 31
Personal Freedom
Rank 173 globally 50
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 180 globally 26

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

40
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 201 globally 68
PISA Score
Rank 178 globally 14
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 168 globally 20
Education Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 42
School Life Expectancy
Rank 186 globally 55
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 188 globally 13
Gini Index
Rank 215 globally 26
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Social Mobility Score
Rank 202 globally 17
Social Cohesion
Rank 190 globally 37
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Gender Equality
Rank 174 globally 45
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 179 globally 40
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 155 globally 36
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 151 globally 37
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 154 globally 37

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

32
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 105 globally 38
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 142 globally 31
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 158 globally 29
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 125 globally 35
Pride Culture
Rank 150 globally 22
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Disability Support Score
Rank 197 globally 22
Public Accessibility
Rank 193 globally 27
Digital Accessibility
Rank 189 globally 26
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 199 globally 28

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

61
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 122 globally 74
Secularization Score
Rank 110 globally 43
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 92 globally 40
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 113 globally 67

Demography

10 indicators

59
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Median Age
Rank 5 globally 95
Fertility Rate
Rank 216 globally 19
Population Growth
Rank 4 globally 84
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 103 globally 62
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 41 globally 73
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 38 globally 63
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14