Country profile

Bolivia: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Bolivia 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 Vacation Costs, Dining & Going Out and Personal Services stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad more closely, because the largest deductions come from Bitcoin & Crypto, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 57.62 points
Global rank Rank 141 globally
Continental rank Rank 9 in South 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 Bolivia

Why is Bolivia 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 Bolivia?

Vacation Costs, Dining & Going Out and Personal Services show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Bitcoin & Crypto, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Bolivia 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

Bolivia 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; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Bolivia

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

56
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Homicide Rate
Rank 138 globally 85
Petty Crime Index
Rank 203 globally 35
Women's Safety
Rank 163 globally 47
Organized Crime
Rank 136 globally 48
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 172 globally 62
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 128 globally 88
Political Violence
Rank 158 globally 71
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 119 globally 85
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

58
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Flood Risk
Rank 119 globally 46
Storm Risk
Rank 2 globally 96
Earthquake Risk
Rank 172 globally 43
Drought Risk
Rank 137 globally 59
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 201 globally 30
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 175 globally 67

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

61
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State Surveillance
Rank 122 globally 62
Internet Censorship
Rank 123 globally 66
Internet Freedom
Rank 130 globally 59
Data Protection Laws
Rank 118 globally 50
VPN Access
Rank 119 globally 72
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 151 globally 53
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Rule of Law
Rank 151 globally 44
Property Rights Security
Rank 163 globally 42
Corruption Perception
Rank 179 globally 28
Police Effectiveness
Rank 163 globally 48
Expropriation Risk
Rank 154 globally 42
Extradition Risk
Rank 86 globally 46

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

48
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Political Stability
Rank 158 globally 51
Economic Resilience
Rank 200 globally 44
Government Efficiency
Rank 168 globally 45
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 119 globally 56
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 143 globally 53
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 146 globally 62
Emergency Care
Rank 146 globally 52
Medicine Access
Rank 143 globally 59
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 146 globally 51
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 132 globally 63
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 123 globally 66
Doctor Density
Rank 133 globally 40
Hospital Beds
Rank 155 globally 28
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 134 globally 87
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 164 globally 40

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 143 globally 60
Noise Pollution
Rank 148 globally 48
UV Radiation
Rank 92 globally 30
Tap Water Safety
Rank 124 globally 78
Sanitation
Rank 148 globally 52
Waste Management
Rank 66 globally 65
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Life Expectancy
Rank 171 globally 54
Infectious Diseases
Rank 175 globally 52
Obesity Rate
Rank 156 globally 63
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 137 globally 40
Mental Health
Rank 163 globally 56
Suicide Rate
Rank 62 globally 71
Maternal Mortality
Rank 176 globally 37
Vaccination Rate
Rank 214 globally 62
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 63 globally 76
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 32 globally 88
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 89 globally 87
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 39 globally 85
Social Security Burden
Rank 154 globally 63
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 88 globally 59
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 132 globally 74
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 193 globally 76
Territorial Tax System
Rank 20 globally 98
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 228 globally 3
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 140 globally 16
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 201 globally 51
Capital Market Depth
Rank 170 globally 53
Business Credit Access
Rank 158 globally 51
Investor Protection
Rank 156 globally 42
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 141 globally 47
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 183 globally 61
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 169 globally 42
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 150 globally 46

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

62
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 159 globally 28
Banking Stability
Rank 146 globally 71
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 184 globally 71
Fintech Development
Rank 128 globally 54
ATM Availability
Rank 119 globally 75
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 27 globally 55
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

28
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 103 globally 32
Crypto Regulation
Rank 184 globally 25
Legal Status
Rank 208 globally 20
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 155 globally 11
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 93 globally 74
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 150 globally 8

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

74
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 99 globally 60
Transaction Costs
Rank 53 globally 80
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 28 globally 79
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 192 globally 34
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 161 globally 52
Days to Register a Company
Rank 210 globally 27

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 147 globally 51
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 153 globally 78
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 185 globally 38
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 213 globally 49
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 211 globally 39
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 105 globally 88
Central Bank Independence
Rank 161 globally 59
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 183 globally 34
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 125 globally 72
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 140 globally 30
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 136 globally 28
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 42 globally 90
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 211 globally 42
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 91 globally 68
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 117 globally 36
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 56 globally 58
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 57 globally 72
Electricity Cost
Rank 38 globally 91
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 136 globally 94
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 72 globally 64
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 137 globally 49
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 90 globally 66
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 63 globally 81
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 48 globally 80
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 89 globally 74
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 175 globally 40

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 37 globally 88
Burger Menu Price
Rank 56 globally 96
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 26 globally 95
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 31 globally 96
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 43 globally 92
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 34 globally 95
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 13 globally 92
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 14 globally 89
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 57 globally 96
Car Purchase Index
Rank 140 globally 3
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 58 globally 95
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Internet Cost
Rank 74 globally 70
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 49 globally 84
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 54 globally 92
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 43 globally 75

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 58 globally 89
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 51 globally 95
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 19 globally 95
Local Services Cost
Rank 66 globally 88
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Logistics Performance
Rank 117 globally 27
Rail Network Density
Rank 70 globally 34
Airport Connectivity
Rank 114 globally 39
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 173 globally 33
Traffic Congestion
Rank 139 globally 45
Road Density
Rank 198 globally 44
Traffic Deaths
Rank 148 globally 60
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 158 globally 66
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 42 globally 75
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 75 globally 52
CO2 Intensity
Rank 55 globally 58
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 155 globally 38
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 128 globally 30
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

39
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Transit Coverage
Rank 103 globally 45
Transit Punctuality
Rank 142 globally 50
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 12
Walkability Score
Rank 133 globally 48
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 226 globally 24
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 129 globally 50
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 118 globally 58
Burnout Risk
Rank 181 globally 38
Public Holidays
Rank 22 globally 64

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 145 globally 56
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 98 globally 67
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 129 globally 71

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

68
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 16 globally 81
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Biodiversity Index
Rank 11 globally 93
Forest Cover
Rank 63 globally 62

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

52
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 125 globally 36
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 43 globally 76
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 39
Recovery Time
Rank 202 globally 53

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 114 globally 29
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 94 globally 42
Cinema Density
Rank 93 globally 24
Cultural Freedom
Rank 97 globally 58
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 96 globally 67
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 93 globally 42
Restaurant Density
Rank 110 globally 45
Street Food Scene
Rank 86 globally 45
Local Market Quality
Rank 92 globally 52
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 119 globally 38
Local Freshness
Rank 88 globally 57
Local Authenticity
Rank 87 globally 42

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 57 globally 96
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 117 globally 29
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 105 globally 23
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 172 globally 57
Child Safety Score
Rank 150 globally 52
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 127 globally 15
Playground Density
Rank 155 globally 35

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 89 globally 55
Veterinary Quality
Rank 134 globally 45
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 3 globally 80
Pet Food Prices
Rank 3 globally 75
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 109 globally 40
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 105 globally 50
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 118 globally 50
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 146 globally 62
E-Government
Rank 145 globally 61
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 189 globally 43
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 134 globally 56
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 140 globally 39
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 143 globally 53
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 142 globally 57
Border Openness
Rank 113 globally 67
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 128 globally 53
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 20 globally 95
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 142 globally 35
Remote Work Legality
Rank 143 globally 49
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 213 globally 34
Remote Job Market
Rank 152 globally 50
Coworking Density
Rank 126 globally 37
Nomad Community
Rank 142 globally 33
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 142 globally 44
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 147 globally 53
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 154 globally 54
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 202 globally 40
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 148 globally 50
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 139 globally 53
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 155 globally 51
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 138 globally 55
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 140 globally 54
Residence Status Stability
Rank 155 globally 53
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 141 globally 52
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 143 globally 32
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 160 globally 36
Local Language Barrier
Rank 160 globally 43
Integration Ease
Rank 146 globally 58
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 132 globally 57
Expat Community Size
Rank 164 globally 27
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 139 globally 58
International Schools
Rank 155 globally 38
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 110 globally 59
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 116 globally 47
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 100 globally 61
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 104 globally 53
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 150 globally 47
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 177 globally 36
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 152 globally 48
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 164 globally 41
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 145 globally 54
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 135 globally 51
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 146 globally 49
Accommodation Availability
Rank 132 globally 45
Booking & Transparency
Rank 145 globally 52

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 113 globally 47
Digital Travel Services
Rank 138 globally 52
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 138 globally 61
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 153 globally 55
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 141 globally 40
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 140 globally 54
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 62 globally 73
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 121 globally 49
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 202 globally 27
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 187 globally 41
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 11 globally 89

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 34 globally 95
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 7 globally 96
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 68 globally 88
Off-Season Usability
Rank 120 globally 67
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 133 globally 62
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 17 globally 89
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 135 globally 52
Democracy Index
Rank 135 globally 54
Personal Freedom
Rank 90 globally 69
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 125 globally 58

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

71
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 129 globally 95
PISA Score
Rank 126 globally 36
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 62 globally 55
Education Expenditure
Rank 1 globally 100
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 159 globally 20
Gini Index
Rank 62 globally 69
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 152 globally 29
Social Mobility Score
Rank 142 globally 40
Social Cohesion
Rank 128 globally 53
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Gender Equality
Rank 123 globally 56
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 136 globally 51
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 118 globally 50
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 96 globally 54
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 109 globally 53

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

51
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 71 globally 63
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 97 globally 44
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 89 globally 53
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 93 globally 46
Pride Culture
Rank 83 globally 46
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Disability Support Score
Rank 136 globally 43
Public Accessibility
Rank 132 globally 44
Digital Accessibility
Rank 135 globally 45
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 109 globally 56

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

61
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 108 globally 77
Secularization Score
Rank 105 globally 44
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 125 globally 35
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 107 globally 68

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 73 globally 73
Fertility Rate
Rank 50 globally 92
Population Growth
Rank 88 globally 48
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 95 globally 65
Foreign Population Share
Rank 185 globally 26
Population Density
Rank 19 globally 83
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 105 globally 30