Country profile

Cyprus: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Cyprus is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing residence, visas and settling abroad as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Travel & Vacation, while Conflicts & Political Security, Beaches, Nature & Relaxation and Climate & Weather stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Public Transport.

Overall rating 68.44 points
Global rank Rank 45 globally
Continental rank Rank 35 in Europe

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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 Cyprus

Why is Cyprus especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by residence, visas and settling abroad as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability; its strongest main categories are Relocation & Residency and Travel & Vacation.

Which topics stand out positively for Cyprus?

Conflicts & Political Security, Beaches, Nature & Relaxation and Climate & Weather show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Public Transport.

How important is relocation, residence and settling in for Cyprus?

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 Cyprus 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

Cyprus is especially useful to compare with Malta, Portugal and Spain, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Denmark and Germany work as contrast comparisons when residence, visas and settling abroad as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability need to be weighed against different priorities; everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Cyprus

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

76
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Homicide Rate
Rank 42 globally 95
Petty Crime Index
Rank 40 globally 73
Women's Safety
Rank 33 globally 76
Organized Crime
Rank 90 globally 56
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 49 globally 88
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 121 globally 90
Political Violence
Rank 68 globally 84
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 167 globally 76
Terrorism Risk
Rank 129 globally 98

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

58
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Flood Risk
Rank 33 globally 74
Storm Risk
Rank 135 globally 69
Earthquake Risk
Rank 171 globally 44
Drought Risk
Rank 193 globally 30
Wildfire Risk
Rank 171 globally 38
Landslide Risk
Rank 72 globally 62
Tsunami Risk
Rank 146 globally 51
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

79
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State Surveillance
Rank 60 globally 75
Internet Censorship
Rank 68 globally 78
Internet Freedom
Rank 55 globally 77
Data Protection Laws
Rank 15 globally 90
VPN Access
Rank 58 globally 84
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 63 globally 68
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Rule of Law
Rank 60 globally 70
Property Rights Security
Rank 59 globally 70
Corruption Perception
Rank 79 globally 58
Police Effectiveness
Rank 57 globally 72
Expropriation Risk
Rank 55 globally 72
Extradition Risk
Rank 190 globally 34

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

68
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Political Stability
Rank 62 globally 73
Economic Resilience
Rank 71 globally 65
Government Efficiency
Rank 63 globally 72
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 86 globally 62
❤️ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 40 globally 74
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 58 globally 78
Emergency Care
Rank 45 globally 73
Medicine Access
Rank 46 globally 76
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 40 globally 75
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 38 globally 76
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 87 globally 78
Doctor Density
Rank 45 globally 75
Hospital Beds
Rank 127 globally 37
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 68 globally 96
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 154 globally 42
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 25 globally 78

Environmental Health

6 indicators

72
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 79 globally 81
Noise Pollution
Rank 118 globally 53
UV Radiation
Rank 81 globally 39
Tap Water Safety
Rank 1 globally 100
Sanitation
Rank 93 globally 80
Waste Management
Rank 102 globally 43
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Life Expectancy
Rank 36 globally 91
Infectious Diseases
Rank 19 globally 89
Obesity Rate
Rank 98 globally 73
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 49 globally 68
Mental Health
Rank 35 globally 73
Suicide Rate
Rank 25 globally 91
Maternal Mortality
Rank 58 globally 81
Vaccination Rate
Rank 43 globally 96
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 202 globally 42
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 69 globally 83
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

67
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 180 globally 69
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 114 globally 73
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 177 globally 40
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 169 globally 58
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 74 globally 64
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 58 globally 79
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 38 globally 78
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 168 globally 58
Capital Market Depth
Rank 109 globally 63
Business Credit Access
Rank 45 globally 74
Investor Protection
Rank 51 globally 71
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 18 globally 79
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 183 globally 61
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 40 globally 73
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 50 globally 74

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

70
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 41 globally 65
Banking Stability
Rank 151 globally 70
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 54 globally 86
Fintech Development
Rank 63 globally 88
ATM Availability
Rank 137 globally 68
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 98 globally 52
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 135 globally 7
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

60
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 72 globally 39
Crypto Regulation
Rank 28 globally 77
Legal Status
Rank 18 globally 84
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 46 globally 29
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 53 globally 26

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

68
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 33 globally 63
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 127 globally 60
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 75 globally 60
Days to Register a Company
Rank 46 globally 67

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

73
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 33 globally 83
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 41 globally 97
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 177 globally 41
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 62 globally 86
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 40 globally 70
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 4 globally 99
Central Bank Independence
Rank 42 globally 79
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 222 globally 6
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 190 globally 45
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 53 globally 67
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 53 globally 60
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 94 globally 79
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 186 globally 61
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 57 globally 79
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 52 globally 68
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

46
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 168 globally 31
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 159 globally 47
Electricity Cost
Rank 206 globally 30
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 168 globally 78
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 167 globally 84

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

29
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 192 globally 25
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 176 globally 30
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 217 globally 14
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 182 globally 38
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 164 globally 43
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 186 globally 28
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 177 globally 39

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

60
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 165 globally 43
Burger Menu Price
Rank 172 globally 55
Cappuccino (Café)
Rank 155 globally 58
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 134 globally 70
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 124 globally 80
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 139 globally 67
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 133 globally 65
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 162 globally 56

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

65
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Transit Cost
Rank 199 globally 53
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 154 globally 53
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 108 globally 84
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 150 globally 84
Car Purchase Index
Rank 53 globally 39
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 176 globally 76
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 159 globally 83
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Internet Cost
Rank 98 globally 65
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 118 globally 78
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 95 globally 90
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 132 globally 58

Personal Services

4 indicators

62
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Haircut Cost
Rank 162 globally 58
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 153 globally 66
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 136 globally 69
Local Services Cost
Rank 159 globally 56
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
35
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Logistics Performance
Rank 55 globally 53
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 96 globally 43
Port Connectivity
Rank 47 globally 38
71
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Road Quality
Rank 32 globally 80
Traffic Congestion
Rank 102 globally 55
Road Density
Rank 22 globally 76
Traffic Deaths
Rank 21 globally 91
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 49 globally 37

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

63
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Power Outages
Rank 19 globally 98
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 187 globally 15
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 177 globally 13
CO2 Intensity
Rank 176 globally 28
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 46 globally 77
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 32 globally 94
Mobile Speed
Rank 41 globally 78
5G Coverage
Rank 56 globally 45

Public Transport

4 indicators

46
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Transit Coverage
Rank 112 globally 42
Transit Punctuality
Rank 67 globally 62
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 61 globally 22
Walkability Score
Rank 73 globally 58
🌿 Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

63
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 59 globally 66
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 81 globally 67
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 95 globally 61
Burnout Risk
Rank 64 globally 62
Public Holidays
Rank 33 globally 60

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

83
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 49 globally 71
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 21 globally 86
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 185 globally 78
Seasonal Variation
Rank 139 globally 67

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

65
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Beach Quality
Rank 32 globally 84
Mountain Access
Rank 88 globally 45
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Biodiversity Index
Rank 157 globally 53
Forest Cover
Rank 148 globally 25

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

68
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 48 globally 64
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 70 globally 70
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 47 globally 61
Recovery Time
Rank 42 globally 79

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

53
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 42 globally 66
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 68 globally 50
Cinema Density
Rank 48 globally 43
Cultural Freedom
Rank 46 globally 72
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 84 globally 69
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 56 globally 50
Restaurant Density
Rank 57 globally 59
Street Food Scene
Rank 58 globally 51
Local Market Quality
Rank 46 globally 62
Café Culture
Rank 55 globally 54
Local Freshness
Rank 49 globally 69
Local Authenticity
Rank 51 globally 49

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

59
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 181 globally 71
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 80 globally 35
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 48 globally 45
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 81 globally 79
Child Safety Score
Rank 43 globally 78
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 51 globally 35
Playground Density
Rank 48 globally 70

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

63
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 39 globally 80
Veterinary Quality
Rank 53 globally 72
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 153 globally 45
Pet Food Prices
Rank 149 globally 48
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 47 globally 65
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 25 globally 60
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 51 globally 70
✈️ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
77
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 47 globally 81
E-Government
Rank 54 globally 85
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 49 globally 78
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 39 globally 81
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 52 globally 64
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 27 globally 91
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 56 globally 78
Border Openness
Rank 40 globally 90
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 52 globally 75
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 146 globally 86
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 10 globally 87
Remote Work Legality
Rank 25 globally 78
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 67 globally 78
Remote Job Market
Rank 40 globally 79
Coworking Density
Rank 57 globally 61
Nomad Community
Rank 46 globally 63
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 44 globally 78
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 33 globally 86
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 83
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 54 globally 74
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 31 globally 85
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 37 globally 81
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 31 globally 84
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 34 globally 87
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 30 globally 79
Residence Status Stability
Rank 34 globally 84
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 32 globally 85
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 71 globally 89
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 1 globally 100
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 87 globally 62
Local Language Barrier
Rank 61 globally 68
Integration Ease
Rank 49 globally 77
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 53 globally 74
Expat Community Size
Rank 19 globally 70
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 64 globally 71
International Schools
Rank 16 globally 69
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 69 globally 71
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 65 globally 67
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 67 globally 70
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 67 globally 65
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 18 globally 88
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 29 globally 69
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 31 globally 80
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 37 globally 78
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 27 globally 82
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 63 globally 71
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 33 globally 86
Accommodation Availability
Rank 71 globally 64
Booking & Transparency
Rank 34 globally 86

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

77
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 76 globally 58
Digital Travel Services
Rank 43 globally 84
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 49 globally 86
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 46 globally 81
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 57 globally 59
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 47 globally 78
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 33 globally 81
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 51 globally 68
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 26 globally 90
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 15 globally 86
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 62 globally 75

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

71
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Hotel Cost
Rank 161 globally 70
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 165 globally 70
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 162 globally 70
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 158 globally 73
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 159 globally 73
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 159 globally 81
Off-Season Usability
Rank 62 globally 76
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 57 globally 75
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 150 globally 79
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

77
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Press Freedom
Rank 63 globally 70
Democracy Index
Rank 69 globally 75
Personal Freedom
Rank 62 globally 78
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 36 globally 82

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

77
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 52 globally 61
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 62 globally 55
Education Expenditure
Rank 61 globally 90
School Life Expectancy
Rank 47 globally 80
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 41 globally 67
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 63 globally 47
Gini Index
Rank 19 globally 86
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 65 globally 55
Housing Support Score
Rank 50 globally 57
Social Mobility Score
Rank 45 globally 63
Social Cohesion
Rank 56 globally 72
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Gender Equality
Rank 55 globally 72
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 45 globally 74
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 64 globally 70
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 64 globally 68
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 63 globally 69

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

65
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 66 globally 70
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 63 globally 65
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 68 globally 64
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 62 globally 67
Pride Culture
Rank 68 globally 55
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Disability Support Score
Rank 52 globally 68
Public Accessibility
Rank 49 globally 67
Digital Accessibility
Rank 36 globally 78
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 39 globally 77

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

64
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 91 globally 80
Secularization Score
Rank 70 globally 51
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 125 globally 35
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 81 globally 70

Demography

10 indicators

54
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Median Age
Rank 162 globally 43
Fertility Rate
Rank 184 globally 35
Population Growth
Rank 120 globally 38
Net Migration Rate
Rank 31 globally 67
Urbanization Rate
Rank 109 globally 61
Foreign Population Share
Rank 35 globally 80
Population Density
Rank 139 globally 55
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 209 globally 33
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 173 globally 86
Single-Person Households
Rank 49 globally 53