Country profile

Bahrain: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Bahrain is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Finance & Taxes and Safety & Risk, while Taxes & Finance, Season & Travel Comfort and Conflicts & Political Security stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Permanent Residency & Family.

Overall rating 62.20 points
Global rank Rank 85 globally
Continental rank Rank 13 in Asia

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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 Bahrain

Why is Bahrain especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Finance & Taxes and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Bahrain?

Taxes & Finance, Season & Travel Comfort and Conflicts & Political Security show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Permanent Residency & Family.

How important is taxes, capital, banking and business formation for Bahrain?

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 Bahrain 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

Bahrain 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Bahrain vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 41 points better on Society & Participation than Bahrain.
  • Bahrain vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 40 points better on Society & Participation than Bahrain.
  • Bahrain vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 44 points better on Society & Participation than Bahrain.
  • Bahrain vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 51 points better on Society & Participation than Bahrain.
  • Bahrain vs. United States
    United States performs about 34 points better on Society & Participation than Bahrain.

All ratings and indicators for Bahrain

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.

🛡️ Safety & Risk ShowHide

Safety & Crime

6 indicators

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Homicide Rate
Rank 9 globally 98
Petty Crime Index
Rank 34 globally 75
Women's Safety
Rank 46 globally 73
Organized Crime
Rank 98 globally 54
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 91 globally 82
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 134 globally 86
Political Violence
Rank 99 globally 81
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 180 globally 72
Terrorism Risk
Rank 118 globally 100

Natural Hazards

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Flood Risk
Rank 16 globally 88
Storm Risk
Rank 73 globally 86
Earthquake Risk
Rank 5 globally 95
Drought Risk
Rank 226 globally 12
Wildfire Risk
Rank 21 globally 88
Landslide Risk
Rank 1 globally 92
Tsunami Risk
Rank 46 globally 92
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

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State Surveillance
Rank 212 globally 18
Internet Censorship
Rank 206 globally 22
Internet Freedom
Rank 204 globally 27
Data Protection Laws
Rank 159 globally 36
VPN Access
Rank 205 globally 26
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 141 globally 54
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Rule of Law
Rank 99 globally 55
Property Rights Security
Rank 98 globally 58
Corruption Perception
Rank 101 globally 50
Police Effectiveness
Rank 101 globally 64
Expropriation Risk
Rank 151 globally 46
Extradition Risk
Rank 168 globally 36

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 112 globally 62
Economic Resilience
Rank 47 globally 70
Government Efficiency
Rank 90 globally 63
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 155 globally 49
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 80 globally 66
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 81 globally 72
Emergency Care
Rank 104 globally 62
Medicine Access
Rank 103 globally 66
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 95 globally 65
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 69 globally 71
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 137 globally 64
Doctor Density
Rank 158 globally 25
Hospital Beds
Rank 139 globally 33
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 97 globally 93
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 176 globally 35
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 43 globally 70

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 214 globally 0
Noise Pollution
Rank 197 globally 37
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 29 globally 99
Sanitation
Rank 44 globally 94
Waste Management
Rank 77 globally 60
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Life Expectancy
Rank 44 globally 90
Infectious Diseases
Rank 51 globally 85
Obesity Rate
Rank 186 globally 57
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 82 globally 55
Mental Health
Rank 91 globally 66
Suicide Rate
Rank 43 globally 77
Maternal Mortality
Rank 71 globally 77
Vaccination Rate
Rank 20 globally 97
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 41 globally 80
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 73 globally 82
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Security Burden
Rank 85 globally 80
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 55 globally 68
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 1 globally 100
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 2 globally 97
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 61 globally 66
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 121 globally 63
Capital Market Depth
Rank 68 globally 70
Business Credit Access
Rank 45 globally 74
Investor Protection
Rank 98 globally 57
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 57 globally 68
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 127 globally 69
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 32 globally 75
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 40 globally 76

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 20 globally 72
Banking Stability
Rank 122 globally 75
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 38 globally 88
Fintech Development
Rank 72 globally 81
ATM Availability
Rank 119 globally 75
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 24 globally 57
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 135 globally 7
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

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Crypto Adoption
Rank 72 globally 39
Crypto Regulation
Rank 11 globally 81
Legal Status
Rank 55 globally 65
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 63 globally 26
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 71 globally 18

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 43 globally 80
Transaction Costs
Rank 9 globally 90
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 10 globally 89
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 83 globally 75
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 122 globally 56
Days to Register a Company
Rank 61 globally 63

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 31 globally 84
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 9 globally 99
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 218 globally 14
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 131 globally 80
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 60 globally 66
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 224 globally 31
Central Bank Independence
Rank 122 globally 65
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 197 globally 26
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 46 globally 87
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 42 globally 72
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 16 globally 85
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 4 globally 98
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 42 globally 85
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 87 globally 51
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Housing & Utilities

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 179 globally 28
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 166 globally 45
Electricity Cost
Rank 24 globally 94
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 137 globally 90

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 150 globally 36
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 128 globally 52
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 136 globally 50
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 135 globally 57
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 97 globally 64
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 126 globally 62
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 105 globally 67

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 151 globally 49
Burger Menu Price
Rank 149 globally 68
Cappuccino (Café)
Rank 135 globally 70
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 149 globally 62
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 113 globally 86
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 153 globally 58
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 157 globally 46
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 104 globally 87

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 119 globally 89
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 6 globally 93
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 126 globally 82
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 163 globally 81
Car Purchase Index
Rank 39 globally 49
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 146 globally 86
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Internet Cost
Rank 133 globally 55
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 104 globally 81
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 109 globally 88
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 127 globally 60

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 158 globally 60
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 156 globally 65
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 227 globally 25
Local Services Cost
Rank 159 globally 56
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Logistics Performance
Rank 41 globally 61
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 49 globally 66
Port Connectivity
Rank 30 globally 48
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Road Quality
Rank 22 globally 84
Traffic Congestion
Rank 205 globally 32
Road Density
Rank 6 globally 85
Traffic Deaths
Rank 40 globally 88
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 53 globally 32

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 40 globally 97
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 14 globally 90
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 222 globally 4
CO2 Intensity
Rank 166 globally 29
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 53 globally 75
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 110 globally 43
Mobile Speed
Rank 11 globally 88
5G Coverage
Rank 9 globally 85

Public Transport

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Transit Coverage
Rank 70 globally 55
Transit Punctuality
Rank 50 globally 68
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 85 globally 18
Walkability Score
Rank 86 globally 55
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Work-Life Balance

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 41 globally 66
Burnout Risk
Rank 156 globally 42
Public Holidays
Rank 63 globally 52

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 194 globally 37
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 67 globally 84
Rainy Days
Rank 1 globally 98
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 216 globally 33
Seasonal Variation
Rank 129 globally 71

Outdoor & Lifestyle

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Beach Quality
Rank 113 globally 56
Mountain Access
Rank 206 globally 5
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 157 globally 39
Biodiversity Index
Rank 229 globally 22
Forest Cover
Rank 208 globally 1

Leisure & Recreation

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 54 globally 61
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 208 globally 34
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 75 globally 50
Recovery Time
Rank 65 globally 75

Arts & Entertainment

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 77 globally 41
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 80 globally 45
Cinema Density
Rank 66 globally 34
Cultural Freedom
Rank 160 globally 38
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 110 globally 65
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 70 globally 47
Restaurant Density
Rank 57 globally 59
Street Food Scene
Rank 68 globally 49
Local Market Quality
Rank 105 globally 50
Café Culture
Rank 66 globally 51
Local Freshness
Rank 114 globally 51
Local Authenticity
Rank 87 globally 42

Family-Friendly

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 173 globally 75
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 97 globally 31
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 6 globally 93
Child Safety Score
Rank 92 globally 65
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 38 globally 42
Playground Density
Rank 100 globally 50

Pet-Friendly

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 105 globally 50
Veterinary Quality
Rank 64 globally 70
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 169 globally 40
Pet Food Prices
Rank 167 globally 42
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 130 globally 35
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 132 globally 45
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 175 globally 30
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 105 globally 71
E-Government
Rank 40 globally 87
Visa Processing Time
Rank 4 globally 78
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 59 globally 76
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 101 globally 64
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 49 globally 66
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 98 globally 66
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 83 globally 72
Border Openness
Rank 127 globally 60
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 63 globally 72
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 208 globally 54
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 124 globally 39
Remote Work Legality
Rank 7 globally 87
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 48 globally 82
Remote Job Market
Rank 66 globally 72
Coworking Density
Rank 66 globally 55
Nomad Community
Rank 64 globally 54
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 39 globally 80
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 93 globally 67
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 110 globally 64
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 36 globally 78
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 123 globally 56
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 89 globally 64
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 47 globally 81
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 176 globally 43
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 216 globally 1
Residence Status Stability
Rank 178 globally 44
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 168 globally 46
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 130 globally 38
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 207 globally 25
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 141 globally 41
Local Language Barrier
Rank 120 globally 55
Integration Ease
Rank 74 globally 71
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 162 globally 52
Expat Community Size
Rank 12 globally 82
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 171 globally 48
International Schools
Rank 19 globally 68
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 138 globally 50
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 169 globally 29
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 145 globally 42
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 164 globally 32
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 93 globally 63
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 33 globally 68
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 71 globally 69
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 66 globally 70
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 68 globally 73
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 61 globally 74
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 80 globally 68
Accommodation Availability
Rank 79 globally 62
Booking & Transparency
Rank 86 globally 69

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 64 globally 61
Digital Travel Services
Rank 56 globally 78
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 66 globally 82
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 107 globally 67
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 91 globally 50
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 92 globally 67
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 196 globally 44
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 73 globally 60
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 98 globally 69
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 106 globally 65
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 210 globally 35

Vacation Costs

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Hotel Cost
Rank 116 globally 79
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 113 globally 81
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 136 globally 79
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 141 globally 79
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 25 globally 93
Off-Season Usability
Rank 59 globally 77
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 57 globally 75
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 211 globally 22
Democracy Index
Rank 198 globally 24
Personal Freedom
Rank 201 globally 42
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 205 globally 13

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 72 globally 98
PISA Score
Rank 88 globally 46
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 135 globally 32
Education Expenditure
Rank 212 globally 40
School Life Expectancy
Rank 109 globally 70
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 113 globally 17
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 77 globally 40
Gini Index
Rank 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 88
Housing Support Score
Rank 78 globally 48
Social Mobility Score
Rank 84 globally 53
Social Cohesion
Rank 139 globally 51
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Gender Equality
Rank 156 globally 48
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 143 globally 49
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 171 globally 33
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 177 globally 28
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 160 globally 35

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 197 globally 9
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 175 globally 22
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 173 globally 24
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 190 globally 17
Pride Culture
Rank 180 globally 16
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Disability Support Score
Rank 116 globally 47
Public Accessibility
Rank 115 globally 48
Digital Accessibility
Rank 100 globally 54
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 132 globally 50

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

21
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 201 globally 24
Secularization Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 150 globally 30
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 202 globally 20

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 121 globally 58
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 97 globally 44
Net Migration Rate
Rank 15 globally 77
Urbanization Rate
Rank 35 globally 88
Foreign Population Share
Rank 8 globally 98
Population Density
Rank 224 globally 25
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 223 globally 0
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 226 globally 28
Single-Person Households
Rank 136 globally 19