Country profile

Bangladesh: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Bangladesh is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Communication & Digital Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check social freedom, participation and openness as well as residence, visas and settling abroad more closely, because the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Social System & Social Cohesion.

Overall rating 50.50 points
Global rank Rank 180 globally
Continental rank Rank 37 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 Bangladesh

Why is Bangladesh especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation.

Which topics stand out positively for Bangladesh?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

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

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

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 Bangladesh 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

Category
Costs Rank 1 globally 91 Rating

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Bangladesh 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 travel, accommodation and visitor usability need to be weighed against different priorities; social freedom, participation and openness as well as residence, visas and settling abroad still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Bangladesh

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

62
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Homicide Rate
Rank 98 globally 90
Petty Crime Index
Rank 157 globally 45
Women's Safety
Rank 181 globally 42
Organized Crime
Rank 157 globally 45
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 185 globally 57
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 186 globally 65
Political Violence
Rank 186 globally 53
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 162 globally 77
Terrorism Risk
Rank 188 globally 77

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

41
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Flood Risk
Rank 229 globally 10
Storm Risk
Rank 186 globally 44
Earthquake Risk
Rank 187 globally 34
Drought Risk
Rank 91 globally 68
Wildfire Risk
Rank 140 globally 40
Landslide Risk
Rank 201 globally 30
Tsunami Risk
Rank 182 globally 40
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

35
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State Surveillance
Rank 189 globally 34
Internet Censorship
Rank 191 globally 34
Internet Freedom
Rank 192 globally 36
Data Protection Laws
Rank 161 globally 35
VPN Access
Rank 195 globally 36
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 184 globally 48
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Rule of Law
Rank 177 globally 38
Property Rights Security
Rank 178 globally 38
Corruption Perception
Rank 192 globally 24
Police Effectiveness
Rank 180 globally 43
Expropriation Risk
Rank 184 globally 28
Extradition Risk
Rank 86 globally 46

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

42
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Political Stability
Rank 196 globally 37
Economic Resilience
Rank 151 globally 55
Government Efficiency
Rank 174 globally 44
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 217 globally 24
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

41
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 168 globally 48
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 194 globally 43
Emergency Care
Rank 173 globally 42
Medicine Access
Rank 196 globally 40
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 164 globally 54
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 228 globally 1
Doctor Density
Rank 158 globally 25
Hospital Beds
Rank 189 globally 18
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 50
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 1 globally 95
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 131 globally 49

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 202 globally 17
Noise Pollution
Rank 229 globally 16
UV Radiation
Rank 66 globally 40
Tap Water Safety
Rank 157 globally 65
Sanitation
Rank 163 globally 43
Waste Management
Rank 112 globally 38
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Life Expectancy
Rank 114 globally 71
Infectious Diseases
Rank 160 globally 61
Obesity Rate
Rank 8 globally 93
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 169 globally 28
Mental Health
Rank 185 globally 52
Suicide Rate
Rank 27 globally 89
Maternal Mortality
Rank 165 globally 41
Vaccination Rate
Rank 41 globally 96
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 103 globally 65
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 45 globally 86
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

71
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 55 globally 91
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 98 globally 56
Social Security Burden
Rank 1 globally 100
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 99 globally 53
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 143 globally 68
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 58
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 214 globally 27
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 82 globally 53
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 175 globally 52
Business Credit Access
Rank 178 globally 46
Investor Protection
Rank 188 globally 33
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 179 globally 38
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 189 globally 59
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 160 globally 43
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 171 globally 41

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

55
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 159 globally 28
Banking Stability
Rank 193 globally 59
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 171 globally 74
Fintech Development
Rank 160 globally 39
ATM Availability
Rank 172 globally 46
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 113 globally 50
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

35
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 13 globally 77
Crypto Regulation
Rank 184 globally 25
Legal Status
Rank 208 globally 20
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 141 globally 12
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 166 globally 48
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 137 globally 9

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

32
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 186 globally 15
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 224 globally 14
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
43
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 167 globally 31
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 159 globally 50
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 171 globally 51
Days to Register a Company
Rank 159 globally 43

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

59
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 160 globally 46
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 199 globally 52
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 69 globally 71
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 62 globally 86
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 172 globally 49
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 194 globally 53
Central Bank Independence
Rank 177 globally 56
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 158 globally 51
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 98 globally 76
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 178 globally 15
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 173 globally 17
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 71 globally 85
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 167 globally 67
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 123 globally 62
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 182 globally 15
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

88
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 12 globally 74
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 2 globally 95
Electricity Cost
Rank 35 globally 92
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 1 globally 100

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

91
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 31 globally 82
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 32 globally 88
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 32 globally 90
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 8 globally 96
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 84
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 13 globally 98
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 11 globally 96

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

92
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 1 globally 100
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 113 globally 86
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 88 globally 83
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 43 globally 85
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

81
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Transit Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 65 globally 72
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 6 globally 96
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 17 globally 98
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Internet Cost
Rank 16 globally 91
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 84 globally 67

Personal Services

4 indicators

99
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Haircut Cost
Rank 1 globally 98
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 43 globally 96
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Services Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
43
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Logistics Performance
Rank 99 globally 31
Rail Network Density
Rank 38 globally 64
Airport Connectivity
Rank 105 globally 41
Port Connectivity
Rank 47 globally 38
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Road Quality
Rank 155 globally 36
Traffic Congestion
Rank 229 globally 18
Road Density
Rank 21 globally 77
Traffic Deaths
Rank 143 globally 62
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 115 globally 8

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

57
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Power Outages
Rank 158 globally 66
Electrification Rate
Rank 162 globally 93
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 119 globally 40
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 195 globally 10
CO2 Intensity
Rank 176 globally 28
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 194 globally 96
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Broadband Speed
Rank 135 globally 42
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 146 globally 20
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

41
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Transit Coverage
Rank 89 globally 52
Transit Punctuality
Rank 172 globally 45
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 131 globally 10
Walkability Score
Rank 104 globally 52
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

49
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 164 globally 50
Burnout Risk
Rank 217 globally 28
Public Holidays
Rank 6 globally 88

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

59
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 171 globally 48
Sunshine Hours
Rank 165 globally 72
Humidity Comfort
Rank 213 globally 41
Rainy Days
Rank 192 globally 51
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 185 globally 78
Seasonal Variation
Rank 129 globally 71

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

33
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Beach Quality
Rank 158 globally 41
Mountain Access
Rank 168 globally 20
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 200 globally 14
Biodiversity Index
Rank 96 globally 65
Forest Cover
Rank 158 globally 19

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

33
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 175 globally 22
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 210 globally 33
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 159 globally 27
Recovery Time
Rank 186 globally 56

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

26
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 188 globally 28
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 199 globally 53
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 77 globally 46
Restaurant Density
Rank 78 globally 53
Street Food Scene
Rank 58 globally 51
Local Market Quality
Rank 79 globally 55
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 101 globally 41
Local Freshness
Rank 84 globally 58
Local Authenticity
Rank 72 globally 45

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

40
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 97 globally 31
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 72 globally 27
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 180 globally 50
Child Safety Score
Rank 188 globally 38
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 180 globally 25

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 175 globally 30
Veterinary Quality
Rank 178 globally 25
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 1 globally 85
Pet Food Prices
Rank 1 globally 80
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 160 globally 25
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 222 globally 25
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 210 globally 20
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 192 globally 40
E-Government
Rank 100 globally 74
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 164 globally 49
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 160 globally 48
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 148 globally 36
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 161 globally 48
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 195 globally 28
Border Openness
Rank 197 globally 5
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 182 globally 31
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 191 globally 22
Remote Work Legality
Rank 192 globally 39
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 181 globally 48
Remote Job Market
Rank 157 globally 48
Coworking Density
Rank 126 globally 37
Nomad Community
Rank 168 globally 24
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 169 globally 34
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 38
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 43
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 182 globally 45
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 178 globally 42
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 159 globally 47
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 178 globally 47
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 173 globally 18
Family Reunification
Rank 188 globally 37
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 189 globally 36
Residence Status Stability
Rank 188 globally 41
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 186 globally 38
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 221 globally 8
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 191 globally 40
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

37
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 164 globally 34
Local Language Barrier
Rank 175 globally 39
Integration Ease
Rank 194 globally 48
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 193 globally 43
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 194 globally 42
International Schools
Rank 172 globally 35
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 200 globally 33
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 191 globally 24
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 194 globally 29
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 27
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 183 globally 37
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 161 globally 40
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 162 globally 44
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 160 globally 42
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 162 globally 50
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 148 globally 46
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 160 globally 44
Accommodation Availability
Rank 123 globally 48
Booking & Transparency
Rank 157 globally 48

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 117 globally 46
Digital Travel Services
Rank 144 globally 50
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 164 globally 53
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 172 globally 49
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 146 globally 39
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 169 globally 46
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 204 globally 41
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 145 globally 44
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 159 globally 49
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 173 globally 45
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 203 globally 38

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

96
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Hotel Cost
Rank 9 globally 97
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 11 globally 98
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 68 globally 88
Off-Season Usability
Rank 120 globally 67
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 123 globally 64
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 12 globally 90
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

45
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Press Freedom
Rank 174 globally 36
Democracy Index
Rank 140 globally 52
Personal Freedom
Rank 165 globally 52
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 163 globally 35

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 192 globally 75
PISA Score
Rank 164 globally 20
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 162 globally 22
Education Expenditure
Rank 223 globally 28
School Life Expectancy
Rank 183 globally 57
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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 183 globally 34
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 99 globally 45
Housing Support Score
Rank 180 globally 19
Social Mobility Score
Rank 171 globally 29
Social Cohesion
Rank 190 globally 37
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Gender Equality
Rank 162 globally 47
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 179 globally 40
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 185 globally 29
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 196 globally 23
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 193 globally 27

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

17
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 158 globally 12
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 187 globally 20
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 191 globally 20
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 185 globally 18
Pride Culture
Rank 183 globally 15
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Disability Support Score
Rank 192 globally 23
Public Accessibility
Rank 174 globally 34
Digital Accessibility
Rank 156 globally 39
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 181 globally 34

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

18
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 202 globally 23
Secularization Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 205 globally 15
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 204 globally 19

Demography

10 indicators

51
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Median Age
Rank 85 globally 68
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 111 globally 40
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 181 globally 29
Foreign Population Share
Rank 223 globally 22
Population Density
Rank 220 globally 30
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 223 globally 5