Country profile

Central African Republic: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Central African Republic 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 Vacation Costs, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services 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 Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Inclusion & Accessibility.

Overall rating 34.11 points
Global rank Rank 224 globally
Continental rank Rank 55 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 Central African Republic

Why is Central African Republic 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 Central African Republic?

Vacation Costs, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services 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 Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Inclusion & Accessibility.

How important is lower-cost living and longer stays for Central African Republic?

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 Central African Republic 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

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

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Central African Republic

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

38
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Homicide Rate
Rank 209 globally 59
Petty Crime Index
Rank 223 globally 20
Women's Safety
Rank 225 globally 13
Organized Crime
Rank 222 globally 29
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 215 globally 29
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 214 globally 25
Political Violence
Rank 216 globally 17
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 206 globally 43
Terrorism Risk
Rank 154 globally 94

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

71
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Flood Risk
Rank 145 globally 42
Storm Risk
Rank 11 globally 95
Earthquake Risk
Rank 40 globally 88
Drought Risk
Rank 63 globally 75
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 60 globally 65
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

34
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State Surveillance
Rank 187 globally 36
Internet Censorship
Rank 187 globally 36
Internet Freedom
Rank 197 globally 31
Data Protection Laws
Rank 214 globally 21
VPN Access
Rank 185 globally 44
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 209 globally 41
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Rule of Law
Rank 220 globally 13
Property Rights Security
Rank 219 globally 12
Corruption Perception
Rank 205 globally 22
Police Effectiveness
Rank 223 globally 13
Expropriation Risk
Rank 214 globally 8
Extradition Risk
Rank 116 globally 44

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 218 globally 10
Economic Resilience
Rank 213 globally 26
Government Efficiency
Rank 223 globally 13
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 212 globally 27
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 226 globally 13
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 226 globally 26
Emergency Care
Rank 227 globally 12
Medicine Access
Rank 220 globally 22
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 226 globally 9
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 216 globally 28
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 183 globally 44
Doctor Density
Rank 220 globally 3
Hospital Beds
Rank 178 globally 20
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 228 globally 20
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 226 globally 10

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 192 globally 35
Noise Pollution
Rank 103 globally 55
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 229 globally 11
Sanitation
Rank 219 globally 17
Waste Management
Rank 180 globally 15
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Life Expectancy
Rank 225 globally 22
Infectious Diseases
Rank 229 globally 16
Obesity Rate
Rank 31 globally 86
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 222 globally 8
Mental Health
Rank 226 globally 36
Suicide Rate
Rank 214 globally 31
Maternal Mortality
Rank 226 globally 8
Vaccination Rate
Rank 226 globally 42
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 14 globally 88
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 154 globally 73
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 63 globally 90
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 217 globally 19
Social Security Burden
Rank 180 globally 53
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 177 globally 40
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 137 globally 68
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 217 globally 22
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 152 globally 12
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 161 globally 59
Capital Market Depth
Rank 200 globally 45
Business Credit Access
Rank 204 globally 37
Investor Protection
Rank 218 globally 15
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 213 globally 25
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 67 globally 75
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 226 globally 22
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 209 globally 28

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 212 globally 16
Banking Stability
Rank 131 globally 74
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 208 globally 58
Fintech Development
Rank 206 globally 10
ATM Availability
Rank 225 globally 9
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

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Crypto Adoption
Rank 203 globally 14
Crypto Regulation
Rank 90 globally 47
Legal Status
Rank 76 globally 56
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 129 globally 13
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 206 globally 32
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 150 globally 8

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 172 globally 20
Transaction Costs
Rank 215 globally 32
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 168 globally 48
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 222 globally 12
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 179 globally 49
Days to Register a Company
Rank 170 globally 40

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

56
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 227 globally 6
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 9 globally 99
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 118 globally 58
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 168 globally 70
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 211 globally 39
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 190 globally 55
Central Bank Independence
Rank 177 globally 56
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 23 globally 85
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 134 globally 70
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 220 globally 5
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 226 globally 4
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 131 globally 71
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 170 globally 66
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 214 globally 17
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 218 globally 6
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 3 globally 81
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 9 globally 86
Electricity Cost
Rank 142 globally 59
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

92
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 26 globally 85
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 16 globally 94
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 21 globally 94
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 16 globally 93
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 23 globally 86
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 13 globally 98
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 13 globally 92
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 81 globally 83
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 70 globally 87
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 72 globally 92
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 81 globally 86
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 57 globally 90
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 60 globally 95

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 124 globally 62
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 121 globally 89
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 205 globally 29
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 173 globally 47
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 180 globally 55
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 215 globally 51
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 161 globally 50

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 58 globally 89
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 60 globally 94
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 72 globally 89
Local Services Cost
Rank 63 globally 89
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 218 globally 8
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 226 globally 9
Traffic Congestion
Rank 24 globally 78
Road Density
Rank 216 globally 37
Traffic Deaths
Rank 218 globally 21
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 219 globally 1

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 222 globally 1
Electrification Rate
Rank 229 globally 3
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 166 globally 20
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 26 globally 80
CO2 Intensity
Rank 55 globally 58
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 223 globally 9
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 212 globally 0
Mobile Speed
Rank 226 globally 16
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

19
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Transit Coverage
Rank 221 globally 10
Transit Punctuality
Rank 222 globally 35
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 222 globally 3
Walkability Score
Rank 222 globally 28
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

44
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 49 globally 80
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 228 globally 22
Burnout Risk
Rank 217 globally 28
Public Holidays
Rank 193 globally 40

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

76
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 20 globally 78
Sunshine Hours
Rank 149 globally 75
Humidity Comfort
Rank 94 globally 71
Rainy Days
Rank 151 globally 58
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 89 globally 88

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

36
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 182 globally 15
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 136 globally 49
Biodiversity Index
Rank 48 globally 76
Forest Cover
Rank 91 globally 48

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 222 globally 9
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 164 globally 47
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 224 globally 10
Recovery Time
Rank 186 globally 56

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 220 globally 8
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 110 globally 16
Music & Nightlife
Rank 212 globally 18
Cinema Density
Rank 216 globally 0
Cultural Freedom
Rank 215 globally 15
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 224 globally 11
Restaurant Density
Rank 224 globally 11
Street Food Scene
Rank 218 globally 14
Local Market Quality
Rank 205 globally 23
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 227 globally 7
Local Freshness
Rank 202 globally 25
Local Authenticity
Rank 224 globally 11

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 1 globally 100
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 213 globally 19
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 228 globally 3
Child Safety Score
Rank 226 globally 18
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 227 globally 3
Playground Density
Rank 225 globally 12

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 211 globally 20
Veterinary Quality
Rank 225 globally 8
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 19 globally 75
Pet Food Prices
Rank 26 globally 70
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 221 globally 8
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 220 globally 15
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 217 globally 21
E-Government
Rank 227 globally 21
Visa Processing Time
Rank 198 globally 32
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 224 globally 19
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 226 globally 7
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 223 globally 7
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 223 globally 22
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 221 globally 6
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 224 globally 4
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 217 globally 0
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 222 globally 4
Remote Work Legality
Rank 204 globally 34
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 218 globally 26
Remote Job Market
Rank 220 globally 22
Coworking Density
Rank 223 globally 11
Nomad Community
Rank 222 globally 6
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 220 globally 12
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 7
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 219 globally 13
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 218 globally 19
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 0
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 220 globally 7
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 21
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 220 globally 5
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 218 globally 0
Residence Status Stability
Rank 219 globally 10
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 220 globally 10
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 194 globally 15
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 161 globally 80
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 212 globally 16
Local Language Barrier
Rank 221 globally 22
Integration Ease
Rank 220 globally 10
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 221 globally 11
Expat Community Size
Rank 222 globally 5
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 222 globally 15
International Schools
Rank 225 globally 1
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 218 globally 20
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 213 globally 15
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 213 globally 18
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 209 globally 18
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 221 globally 13
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 224 globally 10
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 222 globally 14
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 225 globally 8
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 216 globally 24
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 226 globally 14
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 223 globally 16
Accommodation Availability
Rank 227 globally 14
Booking & Transparency
Rank 223 globally 17

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 226 globally 11
Digital Travel Services
Rank 226 globally 21
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 218 globally 28
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 225 globally 19
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 225 globally 18
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 227 globally 20
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 214 globally 34
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 224 globally 18
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 227 globally 11
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 227 globally 17
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 212 globally 34

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

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Hotel Cost
Rank 2 globally 99
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 41 globally 92
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 222 globally 67
Off-Season Usability
Rank 227 globally 40
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 227 globally 35
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 175 globally 77
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 202 globally 25
Democracy Index
Rank 226 globally 14
Personal Freedom
Rank 219 globally 35
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 193 globally 20

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 225 globally 4
Education Expenditure
Rank 224 globally 25
School Life Expectancy
Rank 226 globally 35
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 225 globally 7
Gini Index
Rank 216 globally 23
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 226 globally 7
Social Mobility Score
Rank 226 globally 9
Social Cohesion
Rank 223 globally 17
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Gender Equality
Rank 222 globally 22
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 221 globally 15
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 215 globally 17
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 208 globally 18
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 213 globally 17

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 132 globally 32
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 200 globally 15
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 200 globally 16
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 199 globally 15
Pride Culture
Rank 204 globally 9
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Disability Support Score
Rank 225 globally 5
Public Accessibility
Rank 225 globally 8
Digital Accessibility
Rank 224 globally 8
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 226 globally 9

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 174 globally 51
Secularization Score
Rank 179 globally 29
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 31 globally 52
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 173 globally 50

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 12 globally 93
Fertility Rate
Rank 221 globally 10
Population Growth
Rank 36 globally 68
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 173 globally 33
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 14 globally 86
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 201 globally 9