Country profile

Congo DR: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Congo DR 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 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, Internet & Connectivity and Basic Infrastructure & Logistics.

Overall rating 37.84 points
Global rank Rank 218 globally
Continental rank Rank 52 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 Congo DR

Why is Congo DR 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 Congo DR?

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, Internet & Connectivity and Basic Infrastructure & Logistics.

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

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 Congo DR 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

Congo DR 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 Congo DR

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

39
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Homicide Rate
Rank 197 globally 69
Petty Crime Index
Rank 223 globally 20
Women's Safety
Rank 224 globally 14
Organized Crime
Rank 227 globally 26
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 222 globally 24
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 219 globally 17
Political Violence
Rank 224 globally 10
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 217 globally 28
Terrorism Risk
Rank 222 globally 28

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

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Flood Risk
Rank 159 globally 40
Storm Risk
Rank 37 globally 93
Earthquake Risk
Rank 123 globally 64
Drought Risk
Rank 39 globally 81
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 201 globally 30
Tsunami Risk
Rank 84 globally 78
Volcano Risk
Rank 193 globally 57

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

33
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State Surveillance
Rank 188 globally 35
Internet Censorship
Rank 191 globally 34
Internet Freedom
Rank 199 globally 30
Data Protection Laws
Rank 217 globally 20
VPN Access
Rank 188 globally 42
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 211 globally 40
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Rule of Law
Rank 219 globally 14
Property Rights Security
Rank 214 globally 14
Corruption Perception
Rank 213 globally 18
Police Effectiveness
Rank 224 globally 12
Expropriation Risk
Rank 214 globally 8
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

19
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Political Stability
Rank 223 globally 5
Economic Resilience
Rank 211 globally 27
Government Efficiency
Rank 219 globally 16
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 191 globally 32
❤️ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 216 globally 27
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 208 globally 35
Emergency Care
Rank 217 globally 23
Medicine Access
Rank 213 globally 29
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 217 globally 22
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 31
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 167 globally 52
Doctor Density
Rank 194 globally 8
Hospital Beds
Rank 193 globally 16
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 224 globally 29
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 18 globally 83
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 207 globally 20

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 168 globally 52
Noise Pollution
Rank 187 globally 38
UV Radiation
Rank 95 globally 29
Tap Water Safety
Rank 227 globally 15
Sanitation
Rank 219 globally 17
Waste Management
Rank 188 globally 14
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Life Expectancy
Rank 217 globally 34
Infectious Diseases
Rank 226 globally 25
Obesity Rate
Rank 13 globally 92
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 219 globally 9
Mental Health
Rank 197 globally 49
Suicide Rate
Rank 208 globally 36
Maternal Mortality
Rank 217 globally 17
Vaccination Rate
Rank 215 globally 60
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 36 globally 81
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 46 globally 92
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 173 globally 36
Social Security Burden
Rank 50 globally 85
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 131 globally 49
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
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 199 globally 39
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 169 globally 8
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 207 globally 48
Capital Market Depth
Rank 210 globally 39
Business Credit Access
Rank 201 globally 38
Investor Protection
Rank 216 globally 16
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 211 globally 26
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 188 globally 60
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 199 globally 34
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 190 globally 36

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 208 globally 18
Banking Stability
Rank 170 globally 63
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 205 globally 65
Fintech Development
Rank 173 globally 34
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

27
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 112 globally 30
Crypto Regulation
Rank 177 globally 27
Legal Status
Rank 159 globally 32
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 141 globally 12
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 154 globally 52
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 163 globally 7

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 172 globally 20
Transaction Costs
Rank 215 globally 32
Affordability
Rank 168 globally 48
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 197 globally 32
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 149 globally 54
Days to Register a Company
Rank 97 globally 56

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 220 globally 13
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 55 globally 95
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 13 globally 90
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 21 globally 90
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 205 globally 41
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 181 globally 66
Central Bank Independence
Rank 189 globally 51
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 193 globally 31
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 146 globally 66
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 220 globally 5
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 222 globally 5
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 85 globally 82
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 228 globally 8
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 218 globally 6
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 48 globally 62
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 35 globally 92
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 53 globally 72
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 41 globally 86
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 41 globally 86
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 51 globally 82
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 52 globally 78
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 47 globally 90
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 37 globally 88
Burger Menu Price
Rank 37 globally 99
Cappuccino (Café)
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 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 149 globally 54
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 86 globally 86
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 181 globally 41
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 113 globally 63

Personal Services

4 indicators

95
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Haircut Cost
Rank 33 globally 91
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 17 globally 99
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Local Services Cost
Rank 27 globally 93
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 192 globally 15
Port Connectivity
Rank 116 globally 18
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Road Quality
Rank 225 globally 11
Traffic Congestion
Rank 115 globally 50
Road Density
Rank 203 globally 42
Traffic Deaths
Rank 224 globally 14
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 214 globally 11
Electrification Rate
Rank 212 globally 19
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 106 globally 50
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 5 globally 98
CO2 Intensity
Rank 51 globally 60
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 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

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Transit Coverage
Rank 186 globally 22
Transit Punctuality
Rank 211 globally 38
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

41
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 171 globally 40
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 117 globally 60
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 214 globally 38
Burnout Risk
Rank 217 globally 28
Public Holidays
Rank 193 globally 40

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 87 globally 65
Sunshine Hours
Rank 215 globally 53
Humidity Comfort
Rank 194 globally 46
Rainy Days
Rank 204 globally 49
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 16 globally 99
Seasonal Variation
Rank 43 globally 94

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

56
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Beach Quality
Rank 175 globally 31
Mountain Access
Rank 108 globally 40
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 133 globally 50
Biodiversity Index
Rank 11 globally 93
Forest Cover
Rank 45 globally 72

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 213 globally 11
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 119 globally 59
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 189 globally 21
Recovery Time
Rank 213 globally 51

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 65 globally 32
Music & Nightlife
Rank 108 globally 40
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 205 globally 20
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 149 globally 30
Restaurant Density
Rank 160 globally 29
Street Food Scene
Rank 134 globally 33
Local Market Quality
Rank 146 globally 39
Café Culture
Rank 184 globally 19
Local Freshness
Rank 150 globally 41
Local Authenticity
Rank 137 globally 31

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 13 globally 99
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 221 globally 14
Child Safety Score
Rank 221 globally 22
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
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 11 globally 78
Pet Food Prices
Rank 13 globally 72
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 221 globally 8
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 220 globally 15
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 218 globally 20
E-Government
Rank 222 globally 27
Visa Processing Time
Rank 208 globally 25
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 216 globally 25
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 221 globally 15
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 222 globally 8
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 219 globally 27
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 220 globally 7
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 221 globally 7
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 211 globally 14
Remote Work Legality
Rank 192 globally 39
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 203 globally 40
Remote Job Market
Rank 211 globally 30
Coworking Density
Rank 190 globally 22
Nomad Community
Rank 201 globally 15
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 212 globally 17
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 19
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 22
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 202 globally 40
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 213 globally 25
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 218 globally 15
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 39
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 217 globally 15
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 206 globally 27
Residence Status Stability
Rank 217 globally 19
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 218 globally 18
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 209 globally 12
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 207 globally 19
Local Language Barrier
Rank 206 globally 28
Integration Ease
Rank 215 globally 40
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 215 globally 33
Expat Community Size
Rank 207 globally 21
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 214 globally 34
International Schools
Rank 204 globally 27
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 209 globally 28
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 211 globally 16
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 207 globally 22
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 207 globally 19
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 216 globally 17
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 218 globally 15
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 217 globally 20
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 219 globally 14
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 212 globally 30
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 223 globally 20
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 219 globally 21
Accommodation Availability
Rank 210 globally 25
Booking & Transparency
Rank 219 globally 22

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 218 globally 18
Digital Travel Services
Rank 216 globally 30
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 210 globally 35
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 219 globally 24
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 190 globally 29
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 216 globally 27
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 155 globally 55
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 189 globally 33
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 191 globally 34
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 203 globally 34
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 109 globally 64

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

93
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Hotel Cost
Rank 17 globally 96
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 16 globally 97
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 41 globally 92
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 192 globally 79
Off-Season Usability
Rank 214 globally 51
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 217 globally 44
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 81 globally 85
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 192 globally 28
Democracy Index
Rank 218 globally 18
Personal Freedom
Rank 208 globally 40
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 170 globally 28

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 187 globally 77
PISA Score
Rank 203 globally 4
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 206 globally 8
Education Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 42
School Life Expectancy
Rank 201 globally 50
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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 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 221 globally 9
Social Mobility Score
Rank 215 globally 14
Social Cohesion
Rank 222 globally 19
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Gender Equality
Rank 213 globally 29
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 218 globally 20
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 211 globally 19
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 201 globally 21
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 210 globally 19

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

14
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 158 globally 12
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 200 globally 15
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 203 globally 15
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 192 globally 16
Pride Culture
Rank 207 globally 8
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Disability Support Score
Rank 222 globally 9
Public Accessibility
Rank 221 globally 12
Digital Accessibility
Rank 219 globally 11
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 219 globally 18

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

49
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 163 globally 59
Secularization Score
Rank 175 globally 31
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 92 globally 40
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 165 globally 55

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 5 globally 95
Fertility Rate
Rank 221 globally 10
Population Growth
Rank 4 globally 84
Net Migration Rate
Rank 89 globally 50
Urbanization Rate
Rank 163 globally 36
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 60 globally 67
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 213 globally 7