Country profile

Belize: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Belize is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing residence, visas and settling abroad as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Costs, while Conflicts & Political Security, Real Estate & Property and Taxes & Finance stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Public Transport and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 58.53 points
Global rank Rank 127 globally
Continental rank Rank 33 in North America

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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 Belize

Why is Belize especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by residence, visas and settling abroad as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Costs.

Which topics stand out positively for Belize?

Conflicts & Political Security, Real Estate & Property and Taxes & Finance show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Public Transport and Internet & Connectivity.

How important is relocation, residence and settling in for Belize?

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 Belize 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

Belize 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 residence, visas and settling abroad as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Belize

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

46
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Homicide Rate
Rank 215 globally 49
Petty Crime Index
Rank 200 globally 36
Women's Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Organized Crime
Rank 136 globally 48
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 176 globally 60
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 121 globally 90
Political Violence
Rank 137 globally 76
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 104 globally 87
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

60
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Flood Risk
Rank 136 globally 44
Storm Risk
Rank 181 globally 48
Earthquake Risk
Rank 85 globally 74
Drought Risk
Rank 11 globally 88
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 92 globally 58
Tsunami Risk
Rank 113 globally 62
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

69
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State Surveillance
Rank 77 globally 71
Internet Censorship
Rank 77 globally 76
Internet Freedom
Rank 93 globally 68
Data Protection Laws
Rank 102 globally 55
VPN Access
Rank 81 globally 79
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 106 globally 60
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Rule of Law
Rank 109 globally 53
Property Rights Security
Rank 101 globally 57
Corruption Perception
Rank 136 globally 39
Police Effectiveness
Rank 137 globally 54
Expropriation Risk
Rank 105 globally 59
Extradition Risk
Rank 83 globally 47

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

57
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Political Stability
Rank 132 globally 57
Economic Resilience
Rank 126 globally 59
Government Efficiency
Rank 114 globally 57
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 119 globally 56
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

58
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 133 globally 57
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 123 globally 66
Emergency Care
Rank 132 globally 55
Medicine Access
Rank 133 globally 61
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 129 globally 57
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 116 globally 65
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 117 globally 67
Doctor Density
Rank 141 globally 35
Hospital Beds
Rank 178 globally 20
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 150 globally 83
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 145 globally 46
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 78 globally 63

Environmental Health

6 indicators

54
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 176 globally 47
Noise Pollution
Rank 51 globally 68
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 124 globally 78
Sanitation
Rank 111 globally 72
Waste Management
Rank 171 globally 20
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Life Expectancy
Rank 124 globally 68
Infectious Diseases
Rank 141 globally 68
Obesity Rate
Rank 215 globally 46
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 117 globally 46
Mental Health
Rank 107 globally 64
Suicide Rate
Rank 52 globally 74
Maternal Mortality
Rank 141 globally 52
Vaccination Rate
Rank 142 globally 86
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 49 globally 79
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 97 globally 78
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 70 globally 89
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 50 globally 85
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 85 globally 60
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 63 globally 71
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 79 globally 75
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 152 globally 12
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 121 globally 63
Capital Market Depth
Rank 130 globally 60
Business Credit Access
Rank 121 globally 59
Investor Protection
Rank 101 globally 56
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 92 globally 62
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 117 globally 70
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 133 globally 49
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 123 globally 54

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

62
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 109 globally 42
Banking Stability
Rank 156 globally 69
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 107 globally 81
Fintech Development
Rank 116 globally 59
ATM Availability
Rank 104 globally 77
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 13 globally 61
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 135 globally 7
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

40
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 115 globally 29
Crypto Regulation
Rank 104 globally 44
Legal Status
Rank 109 globally 47
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 105 globally 16
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 104 globally 11

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

82
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 43 globally 80
Transaction Costs
Rank 53 globally 80
Affordability
Rank 17 globally 85
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 16 globally 84
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 174 globally 44
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 100 globally 58
Days to Register a Company
Rank 210 globally 27

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

70
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 138 globally 54
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 100 globally 88
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 128 globally 57
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 88 globally 85
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 109 globally 59
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 55 globally 96
Central Bank Independence
Rank 122 globally 65
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 156 globally 52
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 115 globally 74
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 110 globally 38
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 136 globally 28
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 164 globally 58
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 226 globally 8
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 134 globally 58
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 89 globally 50
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

62
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 114 globally 44
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 115 globally 56
Electricity Cost
Rank 139 globally 60
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 137 globally 90

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

64
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 77 globally 60
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 113 globally 58
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 106 globally 59
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 87 globally 72
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 89 globally 67
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 91 globally 72
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 123 globally 60

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 129 globally 59
Burger Menu Price
Rank 130 globally 75
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 135 globally 70
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 121 globally 75
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 144 globally 58
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 136 globally 77

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

72
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Transit Cost
Rank 153 globally 79
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 88 globally 67
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 133 globally 79
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 115 globally 90
Car Purchase Index
Rank 119 globally 7
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 141 globally 91
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 121 globally 91
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Internet Cost
Rank 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 194 globally 38
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 193 globally 50
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 177 globally 66
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 104 globally 64

Personal Services

4 indicators

74
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Haircut Cost
Rank 131 globally 71
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 112 globally 77
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 117 globally 77
Local Services Cost
Rank 125 globally 69
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Logistics Performance
Rank 188 globally 10
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 153 globally 26
Port Connectivity
Rank 116 globally 18
52
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Road Quality
Rank 120 globally 44
Traffic Congestion
Rank 30 globally 75
Road Density
Rank 161 globally 50
Traffic Deaths
Rank 116 globally 71
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

72
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Power Outages
Rank 105 globally 86
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 138 globally 30
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 62 globally 55
CO2 Intensity
Rank 71 globally 55
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 135 globally 42
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 136 globally 25
Mobile Speed
Rank 135 globally 47
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

33
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Transit Coverage
Rank 152 globally 30
Transit Punctuality
Rank 157 globally 48
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 131 globally 10
Walkability Score
Rank 150 globally 45
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 78 globally 60
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 130 globally 56
Burnout Risk
Rank 82 globally 60
Public Holidays
Rank 63 globally 52

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

74
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 61 globally 69
Sunshine Hours
Rank 44 globally 91
Humidity Comfort
Rank 194 globally 46
Rainy Days
Rank 151 globally 58
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 89 globally 88

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

73
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Beach Quality
Rank 51 globally 80
Mountain Access
Rank 149 globally 28
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Biodiversity Index
Rank 25 globally 84
Forest Cover
Rank 43 globally 73

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

55
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 134 globally 33
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 26 globally 79
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 123 globally 36
Recovery Time
Rank 105 globally 69

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

36
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 101 globally 34
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 130 globally 35
Cinema Density
Rank 108 globally 18
Cultural Freedom
Rank 80 globally 65
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 126 globally 61
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 131 globally 34
Restaurant Density
Rank 142 globally 36
Street Food Scene
Rank 128 globally 35
Local Market Quality
Rank 131 globally 43
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 140 globally 31
Local Freshness
Rank 127 globally 47
Local Authenticity
Rank 129 globally 33

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 111 globally 92
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 71
Child Safety Score
Rank 122 globally 58
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 115 globally 18
Playground Density
Rank 129 globally 42

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 68 globally 60
Veterinary Quality
Rank 134 globally 45
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 89 globally 65
Pet Food Prices
Rank 107 globally 58
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 94 globally 45
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 25 globally 60
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 70 globally 65
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 86 globally 75
E-Government
Rank 149 globally 59
Visa Processing Time
Rank 27 globally 70
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 124 globally 59
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 125 globally 58
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 154 globally 34
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 112 globally 61
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 2 globally 95
Visa Application Ease
Rank 111 globally 65
Border Openness
Rank 73 globally 82
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 119 globally 56
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 13 globally 96
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 82 globally 45
Remote Work Legality
Rank 80 globally 62
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 143 globally 58
Remote Job Market
Rank 88 globally 67
Coworking Density
Rank 117 globally 39
Nomad Community
Rank 92 globally 45
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 110 globally 54
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 103 globally 64
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 108 globally 65
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 131 globally 56
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 103 globally 61
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 128 globally 55
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 119 globally 64
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 102 globally 69
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 48 globally 75
Residence Status Stability
Rank 100 globally 66
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 104 globally 63
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 124 globally 46
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 32 globally 95
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

75
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 25 globally 93
Local Language Barrier
Rank 21 globally 95
Integration Ease
Rank 55 globally 75
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 75 globally 70
Expat Community Size
Rank 64 globally 50
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 53 globally 74
International Schools
Rank 73 globally 50
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 55 globally 74
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 73 globally 62
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 68 globally 69
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 69 globally 64
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 90 globally 64
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 153 globally 41
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 124 globally 55
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 112 globally 56
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 120 globally 59
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Hotel Quality
Rank 139 globally 50
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 129 globally 55
Accommodation Availability
Rank 132 globally 45
Booking & Transparency
Rank 124 globally 58

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

58
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 135 globally 42
Digital Travel Services
Rank 144 globally 50
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 117 globally 67
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 89 globally 71
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 126 globally 43
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 99 globally 65
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 39 globally 80
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 137 globally 46
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 52 globally 81
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 77 globally 71
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 29 globally 84

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

76
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Hotel Cost
Rank 143 globally 74
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 144 globally 74
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 121 globally 82
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 135 globally 80
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 167 globally 70
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 174 globally 80
Off-Season Usability
Rank 128 globally 66
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 139 globally 61
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 175 globally 77
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

67
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Press Freedom
Rank 108 globally 60
Democracy Index
Rank 104 globally 65
Personal Freedom
Rank 114 globally 65
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 80 globally 74

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

62
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 172 globally 83
PISA Score
Rank 126 globally 36
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 147 globally 28
Education Expenditure
Rank 1 globally 100
School Life Expectancy
Rank 157 globally 63
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 113 globally 17
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 159 globally 20
Gini Index
Rank 172 globally 40
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 115 globally 38
Housing Support Score
Rank 149 globally 30
Social Mobility Score
Rank 148 globally 38
Social Cohesion
Rank 97 globally 58
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Gender Equality
Rank 123 globally 56
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 119 globally 54
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 86 globally 58
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 76 globally 62
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 78 globally 60

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

49
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 85 globally 44
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 82 globally 50
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 84 globally 55
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 84 globally 50
Pride Culture
Rank 91 globally 43
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Disability Support Score
Rank 125 globally 45
Public Accessibility
Rank 108 globally 50
Digital Accessibility
Rank 113 globally 51
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 109 globally 56

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

68
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 56 globally 84
Secularization Score
Rank 105 globally 44
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 20 globally 55
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 69 globally 71

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 61 globally 78
Fertility Rate
Rank 42 globally 95
Population Growth
Rank 36 globally 68
Net Migration Rate
Rank 155 globally 40
Urbanization Rate
Rank 163 globally 36
Foreign Population Share
Rank 53 globally 72
Population Density
Rank 26 globally 77
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 161 globally 47
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 125 globally 23