Country profile

Chad: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Chad 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 Food & Basic Goods 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 Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Inclusion & Accessibility.

Overall rating 34.85 points
Global rank Rank 223 globally
Continental rank Rank 54 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 Chad

Why is Chad 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 Chad?

Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Food & Basic Goods 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 Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Inclusion & Accessibility.

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

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 Chad 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

Category
Infrastructure Last place globally 16 Rating

Comparisons and related countries

Chad 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 residence, visas and settling abroad still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Chad vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 64 points better on Relocation & Residency than Chad.
  • Chad vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 62 points better on Relocation & Residency than Chad.
  • Chad vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 67 points better on Infrastructure than Chad.
  • Chad vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 70 points better on Infrastructure than Chad.
  • Chad vs. United States
    United States performs about 59 points better on Relocation & Residency than Chad.

All ratings and indicators for Chad

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

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Homicide Rate
Rank 149 globally 83
Petty Crime Index
Rank 215 globally 30
Women's Safety
Rank 216 globally 26
Organized Crime
Rank 196 globally 36
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 210 globally 35
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 203 globally 41
Political Violence
Rank 205 globally 27
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 194 globally 55
Terrorism Risk
Rank 204 globally 54

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

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Flood Risk
Rank 183 globally 36
Storm Risk
Rank 17 globally 94
Earthquake Risk
Rank 11 globally 93
Drought Risk
Rank 215 globally 18
Wildfire Risk
Rank 226 globally 16
Landslide Risk
Rank 33 globally 78
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 128 globally 92

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

34
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State Surveillance
Rank 185 globally 37
Internet Censorship
Rank 186 globally 37
Internet Freedom
Rank 196 globally 32
Data Protection Laws
Rank 217 globally 20
VPN Access
Rank 185 globally 44
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 204 globally 43
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Rule of Law
Rank 216 globally 17
Property Rights Security
Rank 214 globally 14
Corruption Perception
Rank 210 globally 20
Police Effectiveness
Rank 216 globally 17
Expropriation Risk
Rank 212 globally 14
Extradition Risk
Rank 116 globally 44

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 212 globally 18
Economic Resilience
Rank 211 globally 27
Government Efficiency
Rank 219 globally 16
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 223 globally 22
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 225 globally 16
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 228 globally 24
Emergency Care
Rank 226 globally 13
Medicine Access
Rank 219 globally 23
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 223 globally 12
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 31
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 35
Doctor Density
Rank 220 globally 3
Hospital Beds
Rank 229 globally 3
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 226 globally 25
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 223 globally 13

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 212 globally 2
Noise Pollution
Rank 138 globally 50
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 228 globally 13
Sanitation
Rank 223 globally 13
Waste Management
Rank 195 globally 12
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Life Expectancy
Rank 228 globally 15
Infectious Diseases
Rank 224 globally 27
Obesity Rate
Rank 15 globally 91
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 219 globally 9
Mental Health
Rank 221 globally 41
Suicide Rate
Rank 159 globally 48
Maternal Mortality
Rank 228 globally 6
Vaccination Rate
Rank 208 globally 64
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 30 globally 83
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 53 globally 84
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 80 globally 88
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 98 globally 56
Social Security Burden
Rank 122 globally 71
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 169 globally 58
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 58
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 225 globally 7
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 164 globally 10
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 207 globally 48
Capital Market Depth
Rank 216 globally 36
Business Credit Access
Rank 217 globally 30
Investor Protection
Rank 214 globally 18
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 208 globally 28
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 202 globally 52
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 218 globally 25
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 212 globally 26

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 212 globally 16
Banking Stability
Rank 209 globally 35
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 206 globally 63
Fintech Development
Rank 193 globally 18
ATM Availability
Rank 221 globally 11
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 214 globally 10
Crypto Regulation
Rank 212 globally 20
Legal Status
Rank 202 globally 22
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 209 globally 5
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 166 globally 48
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 214 globally 3

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

46
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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 218 globally 13
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 225 globally 9
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 149 globally 54
Days to Register a Company
Rank 216 globally 21

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 213 globally 21
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 196 globally 57
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 100 globally 62
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 62 globally 86
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 201 globally 44
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 215 globally 45
Central Bank Independence
Rank 189 globally 51
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 172 globally 40
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 140 globally 69
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 214 globally 6
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 215 globally 6
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 4 globally 98
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 155 globally 69
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 218 globally 16
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 205 globally 9
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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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 142 globally 59
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

91
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 26 globally 85
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 20 globally 92
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 21 globally 94
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 22 globally 91
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 23 globally 86
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 22 globally 96
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 56 globally 84

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 80 globally 92

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 124 globally 62
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 1 globally 100
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 4 globally 99
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Internet Cost
Rank 200 globally 32
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 173 globally 47
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 162 globally 63
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 154 globally 77
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 104 globally 64

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 22 globally 92
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 27 globally 94
Local Services Cost
Rank 22 globally 94
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Logistics Performance
Rank 188 globally 10
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 218 globally 8
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
29
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Road Quality
Rank 227 globally 7
Traffic Congestion
Rank 32 globally 72
Road Density
Rank 219 globally 35
Traffic Deaths
Rank 212 globally 27
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 219 globally 1

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 222 globally 1
Electrification Rate
Rank 228 globally 5
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 166 globally 20
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 195 globally 10
CO2 Intensity
Rank 166 globally 29
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 209 globally 15
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 212 globally 0
Mobile Speed
Rank 210 globally 25
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

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Transit Coverage
Rank 221 globally 10
Transit Punctuality
Rank 224 globally 32
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 222 globally 3
Walkability Score
Rank 226 globally 26
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

48
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 49 globally 80
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 214 globally 38
Burnout Risk
Rank 211 globally 30
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 210 globally 28
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 143 globally 59
Rainy Days
Rank 16 globally 90
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 216 globally 33
Seasonal Variation
Rank 159 globally 63

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 151 globally 25
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 88 globally 70
Biodiversity Index
Rank 143 globally 56
Forest Cover
Rank 196 globally 4

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 222 globally 9
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 202 globally 36
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 223 globally 11
Recovery Time
Rank 166 globally 60

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 205 globally 20
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 222 globally 13
Restaurant Density
Rank 217 globally 14
Street Food Scene
Rank 211 globally 17
Local Market Quality
Rank 205 globally 23
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 222 globally 9
Local Freshness
Rank 202 globally 25
Local Authenticity
Rank 222 globally 13

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 225 globally 7
Child Safety Score
Rank 221 globally 22
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 220 globally 4
Playground Density
Rank 216 globally 15

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 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 221 globally 8
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 217 globally 18
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 216 globally 22
E-Government
Rank 223 globally 25
Visa Processing Time
Rank 208 globally 25
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 225 globally 17
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 225 globally 9
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 219 globally 10
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 221 globally 24
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 218 globally 9
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 222 globally 6
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 212 globally 13
Remote Work Legality
Rank 209 globally 32
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 222 globally 19
Remote Job Market
Rank 215 globally 27
Coworking Density
Rank 215 globally 14
Nomad Community
Rank 221 globally 7
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 217 globally 15
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 18
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 22
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 213 globally 25
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 213 globally 25
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 219 globally 9
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 29
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 216 globally 17
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 206 globally 27
Residence Status Stability
Rank 216 globally 21
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 216 globally 19
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 189 globally 17
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 221 globally 12
Local Language Barrier
Rank 217 globally 25
Integration Ease
Rank 216 globally 39
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 216 globally 32
Expat Community Size
Rank 186 globally 25
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 216 globally 33
International Schools
Rank 211 globally 24
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 213 globally 26
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 213 globally 15
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 213 globally 18
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 210 globally 16
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 217 globally 16
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 226 globally 8
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 221 globally 17
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 224 globally 9
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 25
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 226 globally 14
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 220 globally 19
Accommodation Availability
Rank 227 globally 14
Booking & Transparency
Rank 220 globally 21

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

22
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 226 globally 11
Digital Travel Services
Rank 223 globally 26
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 218 globally 28
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 220 globally 21
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 222 globally 19
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 223 globally 21
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 211 globally 35
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 221 globally 21
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 227 globally 11
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 226 globally 18
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 187 globally 44

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

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Hotel Cost
Rank 4 globally 98
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 11 globally 98
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 192 globally 79
Off-Season Usability
Rank 222 globally 46
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 223 globally 40
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 63 globally 86
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 183 globally 32
Democracy Index
Rank 218 globally 18
Personal Freedom
Rank 214 globally 38
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 202 globally 15

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 229 globally 26
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 225 globally 4
Education Expenditure
Rank 215 globally 33
School Life Expectancy
Rank 224 globally 38
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 218 globally 10
Gini Index
Rank 216 globally 23
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 225 globally 8
Social Mobility Score
Rank 226 globally 9
Social Cohesion
Rank 220 globally 20
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Gender Equality
Rank 220 globally 23
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 218 globally 20
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 217 globally 16
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 211 globally 16
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 215 globally 16

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

11
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 173 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 209 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 206 globally 13
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 209 globally 11
Pride Culture
Rank 210 globally 7
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Disability Support Score
Rank 224 globally 7
Public Accessibility
Rank 223 globally 10
Digital Accessibility
Rank 219 globally 11
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 223 globally 12

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

37
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 185 globally 40
Secularization Score
Rank 187 globally 21
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 51 globally 48
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 184 globally 38

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 2 globally 98
Fertility Rate
Rank 221 globally 10
Population Growth
Rank 6 globally 80
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 213 globally 11
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 20 globally 81
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 161 globally 47
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 158 globally 87
Single-Person Households
Rank 223 globally 5