Country profile

Burkina Faso: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Burkina Faso is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes, while Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Dining & Going Out stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Conflicts & Political Security.

Overall rating 41.89 points
Global rank Rank 215 globally
Continental rank Rank 49 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 Burkina Faso

Why is Burkina Faso especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes.

Which topics stand out positively for Burkina Faso?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Conflicts & Political Security.

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

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 Burkina Faso 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

Under the top-three rules, no explicit strength is currently shown.

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Burkina Faso 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Burkina Faso

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

56
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Homicide Rate
Rank 66 globally 93
Petty Crime Index
Rank 182 globally 39
Women's Safety
Rank 208 globally 32
Organized Crime
Rank 193 globally 37
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 214 globally 30
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 225 globally 10
Political Violence
Rank 221 globally 11
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 213 globally 34
Terrorism Risk
Rank 228 globally 17

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

69
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Flood Risk
Rank 54 globally 60
Storm Risk
Rank 2 globally 96
Earthquake Risk
Rank 11 globally 93
Drought Risk
Rank 203 globally 24
Wildfire Risk
Rank 228 globally 14
Landslide Risk
Rank 33 globally 78
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

41
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State Surveillance
Rank 176 globally 43
Internet Censorship
Rank 178 globally 42
Internet Freedom
Rank 187 globally 38
Data Protection Laws
Rank 177 globally 31
VPN Access
Rank 180 globally 49
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 184 globally 48
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Rule of Law
Rank 208 globally 24
Property Rights Security
Rank 205 globally 24
Corruption Perception
Rank 192 globally 24
Police Effectiveness
Rank 210 globally 22
Expropriation Risk
Rank 203 globally 20
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

31
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Political Stability
Rank 218 globally 10
Economic Resilience
Rank 151 globally 55
Government Efficiency
Rank 209 globally 29
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 212 globally 27
❤️ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 212 globally 28
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 208 globally 35
Emergency Care
Rank 219 globally 18
Medicine Access
Rank 221 globally 18
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 219 globally 16
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 35
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 178 globally 45
Doctor Density
Rank 206 globally 6
Hospital Beds
Rank 227 globally 4
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 222 globally 30
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 18 globally 83
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 202 globally 24

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 214 globally 0
Noise Pollution
Rank 176 globally 40
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 184 globally 50
Sanitation
Rank 196 globally 28
Waste Management
Rank 192 globally 13
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Life Expectancy
Rank 220 globally 32
Infectious Diseases
Rank 192 globally 41
Obesity Rate
Rank 17 globally 90
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 205 globally 15
Mental Health
Rank 216 globally 42
Suicide Rate
Rank 205 globally 37
Maternal Mortality
Rank 196 globally 28
Vaccination Rate
Rank 140 globally 86
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 177 globally 50
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 85 globally 80
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 24 globally 95
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 185 globally 52
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 82 globally 87
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 171 globally 52
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 119 globally 22
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 198 globally 46
Business Credit Access
Rank 194 globally 42
Investor Protection
Rank 202 globally 27
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 167 globally 41
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 153 globally 66
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 177 globally 40
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 166 globally 42

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

53
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 177 globally 24
Banking Stability
Rank 193 globally 59
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 162 globally 75
Fintech Development
Rank 146 globally 45
ATM Availability
Rank 207 globally 22
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

25
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 169 globally 20
Crypto Regulation
Rank 167 globally 28
Legal Status
Rank 168 globally 31
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 177 globally 8
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 132 globally 58
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 175 globally 6

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

63
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 120 globally 45
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 50 globally 74
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 167 globally 31
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 186 globally 36
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 59 globally 62
Days to Register a Company
Rank 134 globally 49

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

60
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 212 globally 22
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 150 globally 79
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 132 globally 55
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 39 globally 88
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 178 globally 48
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 83 globally 91
Central Bank Independence
Rank 155 globally 60
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 131 globally 58
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 161 globally 60
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 202 globally 10
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 193 globally 10
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 63 globally 87
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 188 globally 32
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 194 globally 12
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 19 globally 69
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 131 globally 62
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

88
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 36 globally 79
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 32 globally 88
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 33 globally 89
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 28 globally 88
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 36 globally 81
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 94
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 26 globally 92

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 13 globally 92
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Café)
Rank 48 globally 90
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 69 globally 78
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 ($/L)
Rank 103 globally 66
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 8 globally 99
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 17 globally 98
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Internet Cost
Rank 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 104 globally 81
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 118 globally 86
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 104 globally 64

Personal Services

4 indicators

95
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Haircut Cost
Rank 22 globally 92
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 19 globally 95
Local Services Cost
Rank 22 globally 94
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
14
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Logistics Performance
Rank 148 globally 18
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 192 globally 15
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 192 globally 27
Traffic Congestion
Rank 87 globally 56
Road Density
Rank 206 globally 41
Traffic Deaths
Rank 222 globally 17
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

29
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Power Outages
Rank 203 globally 21
Electrification Rate
Rank 209 globally 20
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 166 globally 20
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 169 globally 15
CO2 Intensity
Rank 151 globally 32
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 191 globally 2
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

27
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Transit Coverage
Rank 186 globally 22
Transit Punctuality
Rank 191 globally 42
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 192 globally 38
🌿 Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 202 globally 42
Burnout Risk
Rank 156 globally 42
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

75
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 152 globally 53
Sunshine Hours
Rank 30 globally 94
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 41 globally 79
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 207 globally 61
Seasonal Variation
Rank 109 globally 79

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

32
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 193 globally 10
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 115 globally 56
Biodiversity Index
Rank 117 globally 61
Forest Cover
Rank 139 globally 30

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

35
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 198 globally 13
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 181 globally 42
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 189 globally 21
Recovery Time
Rank 105 globally 69

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

29
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 116 globally 38
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 168 globally 35
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 157 globally 29
Restaurant Density
Rank 172 globally 27
Street Food Scene
Rank 134 globally 33
Local Market Quality
Rank 146 globally 39
Café Culture
Rank 188 globally 18
Local Freshness
Rank 150 globally 41
Local Authenticity
Rank 142 globally 30

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

28
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 13 globally 99
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 213 globally 19
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 221 globally 14
Child Safety Score
Rank 216 globally 25
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
Playground Density
Rank 206 globally 18

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 207 globally 15
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 132 globally 45
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 175 globally 30
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 186 globally 44
E-Government
Rank 208 globally 34
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 199 globally 37
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 213 globally 24
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 192 globally 22
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 207 globally 31
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 181 globally 39
Border Openness
Rank 183 globally 32
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 188 globally 28
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 28 globally 94
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 181 globally 27
Remote Work Legality
Rank 151 globally 48
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 186 globally 47
Remote Job Market
Rank 196 globally 38
Coworking Density
Rank 182 globally 24
Nomad Community
Rank 191 globally 18
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 197 globally 24
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 36
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 41
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 175 globally 47
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 190 globally 39
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 209 globally 23
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 170 globally 48
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 173 globally 18
Family Reunification
Rank 198 globally 31
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 187 globally 37
Residence Status Stability
Rank 200 globally 35
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 200 globally 32
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 176 globally 20
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 199 globally 32
Integration Ease
Rank 200 globally 47
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 207 globally 39
Expat Community Size
Rank 138 globally 32
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 204 globally 39
International Schools
Rank 189 globally 32
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 186 globally 37
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 191 globally 24
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 188 globally 30
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 26
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 197 globally 32
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 189 globally 32
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 195 globally 33
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 201 globally 27
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 40
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 200 globally 28
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 205 globally 30
Accommodation Availability
Rank 206 globally 26
Booking & Transparency
Rank 205 globally 32

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 196 globally 26
Digital Travel Services
Rank 196 globally 36
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 191 globally 44
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 202 globally 34
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 190 globally 29
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 204 globally 35
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 209 globally 36
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 179 globally 36
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 221 globally 16
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 222 globally 23
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 178 globally 46

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 17 globally 96
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 121 globally 84
Off-Season Usability
Rank 202 globally 54
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 197 globally 49
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 38 globally 87
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 169 globally 38
Democracy Index
Rank 206 globally 21
Personal Freedom
Rank 187 globally 46
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 184 globally 24

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 223 globally 37
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 215 globally 7
Education Expenditure
Rank 67 globally 88
School Life Expectancy
Rank 216 globally 45
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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 216 globally 23
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 221 globally 9
Social Mobility Score
Rank 223 globally 11
Social Cohesion
Rank 217 globally 24
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Gender Equality
Rank 207 globally 32
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 207 globally 28
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 197 globally 26
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 180 globally 27
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 196 globally 26

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

24
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 127 globally 33
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 181 globally 21
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 182 globally 22
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 173 globally 21
Pride Culture
Rank 191 globally 14
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Disability Support Score
Rank 218 globally 12
Public Accessibility
Rank 213 globally 19
Digital Accessibility
Rank 208 globally 20
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 216 globally 21

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

48
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 168 globally 54
Secularization Score
Rank 173 globally 32
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 31 globally 52
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 171 globally 51

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 5 globally 95
Fertility Rate
Rank 211 globally 25
Population Growth
Rank 13 globally 76
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 199 globally 19
Foreign Population Share
Rank 119 globally 40
Population Density
Rank 86 globally 62
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 71 globally 57
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 213 globally 7