Country profile

Cameroon: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Cameroon 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 challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Dining & Going Out stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 44.49 points
Global rank Rank 205 globally
Continental rank Rank 41 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 Cameroon

Why is Cameroon 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 Cameroon?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

residence, visas and settling abroad as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Cameroon 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

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

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Cameroon

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

54
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Homicide Rate
Rank 163 globally 80
Petty Crime Index
Rank 191 globally 38
Women's Safety
Rank 195 globally 39
Organized Crime
Rank 196 globally 36
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 209 globally 36
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
36
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 206 globally 35
Political Violence
Rank 209 globally 22
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 190 globally 60
Terrorism Risk
Rank 218 globally 34

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

64
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Flood Risk
Rank 145 globally 42
Storm Risk
Rank 47 globally 91
Earthquake Risk
Rank 51 globally 86
Drought Risk
Rank 55 globally 77
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 170 globally 39
Tsunami Risk
Rank 73 globally 80
Volcano Risk
Rank 190 globally 60

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

40
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State Surveillance
Rank 177 globally 42
Internet Censorship
Rank 179 globally 41
Internet Freedom
Rank 183 globally 39
Data Protection Laws
Rank 190 globally 28
VPN Access
Rank 180 globally 49
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 194 globally 46
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Rule of Law
Rank 191 globally 33
Property Rights Security
Rank 185 globally 36
Corruption Perception
Rank 199 globally 23
Police Effectiveness
Rank 195 globally 34
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 202 globally 27
Economic Resilience
Rank 132 globally 58
Government Efficiency
Rank 196 globally 35
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 168 globally 47
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

34
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 199 globally 36
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 208 globally 35
Emergency Care
Rank 203 globally 32
Medicine Access
Rank 205 globally 35
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 203 globally 33
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 185 globally 46
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 221 globally 15
Doctor Density
Rank 211 globally 5
Hospital Beds
Rank 93 globally 44
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 202 globally 53
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 53 globally 75
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 176 globally 32

Environmental Health

6 indicators

31
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 200 globally 23
Noise Pollution
Rank 176 globally 40
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 169 globally 55
Sanitation
Rank 206 globally 22
Waste Management
Rank 160 globally 23
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Life Expectancy
Rank 206 globally 40
Infectious Diseases
Rank 209 globally 33
Obesity Rate
Rank 62 globally 80
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 201 globally 17
Mental Health
Rank 211 globally 45
Suicide Rate
Rank 192 globally 41
Maternal Mortality
Rank 201 globally 26
Vaccination Rate
Rank 198 globally 71
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 106 globally 63
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 29 globally 88
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

64
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 70 globally 89
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 168 globally 39
Social Security Burden
Rank 143 globally 67
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 186 globally 39
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 164 globally 65
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 172 globally 65
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 169 globally 94
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 223 globally 11
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 114 globally 25
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 161 globally 59
Capital Market Depth
Rank 170 globally 53
Business Credit Access
Rank 178 globally 46
Investor Protection
Rank 183 globally 34
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 166 globally 42
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 141 globally 68
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 169 globally 42
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 150 globally 46

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

55
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 172 globally 25
Banking Stability
Rank 175 globally 60
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 184 globally 71
Fintech Development
Rank 128 globally 54
ATM Availability
Rank 206 globally 25
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

27
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 126 globally 28
Crypto Regulation
Rank 151 globally 32
Legal Status
Rank 141 globally 38
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 141 globally 12
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 206 globally 32
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 150 globally 8

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

60
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 120 globally 45
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 87 globally 70
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 50 globally 74
35
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 211 globally 18
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 189 globally 35
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 195 globally 46
Days to Register a Company
Rank 138 globally 48

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

62
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 185 globally 35
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 157 globally 77
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 73 globally 69
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 88 globally 85
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 189 globally 47
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 168 globally 69
Central Bank Independence
Rank 161 globally 59
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 78 globally 68
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 140 globally 69
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 190 globally 12
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 188 globally 12
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 68 globally 86
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 194 globally 29
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 188 globally 13
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 49 globally 61
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 51 globally 88
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 51 globally 98

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

81
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 53 globally 72
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 52 globally 84
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 76 globally 71
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 51 globally 82
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 75 globally 70
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 47 globally 90
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 43 globally 87

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 56 globally 96
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 81 globally 83
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 52 globally 92
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 58 globally 95
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 79 globally 90
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 34 globally 95
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 69 globally 78
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 60 globally 95

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

79
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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 88 globally 67
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 69 globally 89
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 133 globally 55
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 111 globally 69
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 98 globally 83
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 113 globally 87
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 48 globally 74

Personal Services

4 indicators

93
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Haircut Cost
Rank 58 globally 89
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 35 globally 97
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 19 globally 95
Local Services Cost
Rank 54 globally 90
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
19
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Logistics Performance
Rank 148 globally 18
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 168 globally 20
Port Connectivity
Rank 86 globally 25
33
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Road Quality
Rank 197 globally 25
Traffic Congestion
Rank 123 globally 48
Road Density
Rank 155 globally 51
Traffic Deaths
Rank 206 globally 30
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 3

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

57
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Power Outages
Rank 183 globally 41
Electrification Rate
Rank 189 globally 50
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 115 globally 45
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 36 globally 75
CO2 Intensity
Rank 55 globally 58
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 178 globally 5
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

29
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Transit Coverage
Rank 152 globally 30
Transit Punctuality
Rank 191 globally 42
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 181 globally 40
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

48
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 117 globally 60
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 184 globally 45
Burnout Risk
Rank 173 globally 40
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

74
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 49 globally 71
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 143 globally 59
Rainy Days
Rank 174 globally 56
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 89 globally 88

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

55
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Beach Quality
Rank 150 globally 43
Mountain Access
Rank 79 globally 51
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 160 globally 37
Biodiversity Index
Rank 19 globally 86
Forest Cover
Rank 71 globally 57

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

41
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 163 globally 24
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 144 globally 53
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 159 globally 27
Recovery Time
Rank 166 globally 60

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 110 globally 16
Music & Nightlife
Rank 116 globally 38
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 182 globally 30
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 22 globally 80
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 125 globally 35
Restaurant Density
Rank 148 globally 34
Street Food Scene
Rank 118 globally 38
Local Market Quality
Rank 127 globally 44
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 165 globally 24
Local Freshness
Rank 136 globally 46
Local Authenticity
Rank 118 globally 36

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

34
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 197 globally 36
Child Safety Score
Rank 196 globally 35
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 188 globally 22

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

38
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 175 globally 30
Veterinary Quality
Rank 190 globally 20
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 70 globally 68
Pet Food Prices
Rank 88 globally 62
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 132 globally 45
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 198 globally 25
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 196 globally 38
E-Government
Rank 190 globally 41
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 206 globally 34
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 194 globally 36
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 187 globally 23
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 192 globally 36
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 204 globally 19
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 206 globally 15
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 208 globally 17
Remote Work Legality
Rank 175 globally 43
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 211 globally 35
Remote Job Market
Rank 173 globally 44
Coworking Density
Rank 155 globally 30
Nomad Community
Rank 172 globally 22
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 180 globally 31
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 31
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 201 globally 35
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 206 globally 39
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 34
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 192 globally 34
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 170 globally 48
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 202 globally 28
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 204 globally 29
Residence Status Stability
Rank 200 globally 35
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 200 globally 32
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 202 globally 14
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 207 globally 25
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

42
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 134 globally 43
Local Language Barrier
Rank 164 globally 42
Integration Ease
Rank 187 globally 50
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 184 globally 46
Expat Community Size
Rank 158 globally 28
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 187 globally 45
International Schools
Rank 181 globally 33
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 193 globally 36
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 193 globally 23
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 188 globally 30
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 27
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 31
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 201 globally 26
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 195 globally 33
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 203 globally 26
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 183 globally 42
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 188 globally 32
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 193 globally 33
Accommodation Availability
Rank 183 globally 32
Booking & Transparency
Rank 198 globally 34

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

37
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Travel Services
Rank 187 globally 38
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 182 globally 47
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 196 globally 38
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 185 globally 30
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 194 globally 37
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 142 globally 57
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 170 globally 38
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 168 globally 46
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 176 globally 44
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 127 globally 60

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

92
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 34 globally 95
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 62 globally 91
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 134 globally 83
Off-Season Usability
Rank 190 globally 57
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 193 globally 50
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 63 globally 86
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

33
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Press Freedom
Rank 176 globally 35
Democracy Index
Rank 194 globally 25
Personal Freedom
Rank 177 globally 49
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 184 globally 24

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

43
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 184 globally 78
PISA Score
Rank 188 globally 10
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 180 globally 18
Education Expenditure
Rank 183 globally 50
School Life Expectancy
Rank 167 globally 60
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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 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 199 globally 14
Social Mobility Score
Rank 194 globally 21
Social Cohesion
Rank 206 globally 30
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Gender Equality
Rank 200 globally 36
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 198 globally 34
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 185 globally 29
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 177 globally 28
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 188 globally 29

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

16
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 173 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 191 globally 18
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 182 globally 22
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 192 globally 16
Pride Culture
Rank 197 globally 12
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Disability Support Score
Rank 202 globally 20
Public Accessibility
Rank 203 globally 24
Digital Accessibility
Rank 197 globally 24
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 199 globally 28

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

58
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 150 globally 67
Secularization Score
Rank 139 globally 39
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 20 globally 55
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 140 globally 62

Demography

10 indicators

56
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Median Age
Rank 18 globally 90
Fertility Rate
Rank 198 globally 31
Population Growth
Rank 21 globally 74
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 130 globally 51
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 68 globally 65
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 188 globally 12