Country profile

Eritrea: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Eritrea is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Dining & Going Out, Vacation Costs and Personal Services stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, Permanent Residency & Family and Work & Self-Employment Abroad.

Overall rating 36.95 points
Global rank Rank 221 globally
Continental rank Rank 53 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 Eritrea

Why is Eritrea especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Eritrea?

Dining & Going Out, Vacation Costs 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 social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, Permanent Residency & Family and Work & Self-Employment Abroad.

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

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 Eritrea 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

Eritrea 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 safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Eritrea vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 74 points better on Relocation & Residency than Eritrea.
  • Eritrea vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 72 points better on Relocation & Residency than Eritrea.
  • Eritrea vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 73 points better on Relocation & Residency than Eritrea.
  • Eritrea vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 77 points better on Relocation & Residency than Eritrea.
  • Eritrea vs. United States
    United States performs about 69 points better on Relocation & Residency than Eritrea.

All ratings and indicators for Eritrea

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

55
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Homicide Rate
Rank 202 globally 65
Petty Crime Index
Rank 169 globally 42
Women's Safety
Rank 192 globally 40
Organized Crime
Rank 130 globally 49
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 169 globally 63
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 158 globally 80
Political Violence
Rank 200 globally 40
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 187 globally 65
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

59
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Flood Risk
Rank 74 globally 55
Storm Risk
Rank 56 globally 89
Earthquake Risk
Rank 113 globally 66
Drought Risk
Rank 206 globally 22
Wildfire Risk
Rank 133 globally 44
Landslide Risk
Rank 124 globally 50
Tsunami Risk
Rank 84 globally 78
Volcano Risk
Rank 180 globally 65

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

14
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State Surveillance
Rank 220 globally 12
Internet Censorship
Rank 221 globally 10
Internet Freedom
Rank 225 globally 12
Data Protection Laws
Rank 222 globally 15
VPN Access
Rank 218 globally 14
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 199 globally 45
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Rule of Law
Rank 220 globally 13
Property Rights Security
Rank 219 globally 12
Corruption Perception
Rank 219 globally 15
Police Effectiveness
Rank 217 globally 16
Expropriation Risk
Rank 218 globally 7
Extradition Risk
Rank 219 globally 31

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 190 globally 41
Economic Resilience
Rank 215 globally 24
Government Efficiency
Rank 214 globally 23
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 201 globally 30
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 216 globally 27
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 201 globally 38
Emergency Care
Rank 209 globally 29
Medicine Access
Rank 206 globally 34
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 210 globally 28
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 225 globally 5
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 192 globally 39
Doctor Density
Rank 220 globally 3
Hospital Beds
Rank 178 globally 20
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 190 globally 58
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 210 globally 18

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 187 globally 39
Noise Pollution
Rank 121 globally 52
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 197 globally 42
Sanitation
Rank 224 globally 12
Waste Management
Rank 176 globally 18
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Life Expectancy
Rank 171 globally 54
Infectious Diseases
Rank 186 globally 46
Obesity Rate
Rank 4 globally 95
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 169 globally 28
Mental Health
Rank 221 globally 41
Suicide Rate
Rank 217 globally 29
Maternal Mortality
Rank 206 globally 24
Vaccination Rate
Rank 75 globally 93
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 8 globally 93
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 128 globally 76
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 27 globally 94
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 98 globally 56
Social Security Burden
Rank 28 globally 91
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 32 globally 84
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 228 globally 8
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 135 globally 61
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 185 globally 3
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 225 globally 28
Capital Market Depth
Rank 227 globally 20
Business Credit Access
Rank 222 globally 21
Investor Protection
Rank 221 globally 12
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 222 globally 17
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 223 globally 33
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 227 globally 17
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 224 globally 15

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

31
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 220 globally 11
Banking Stability
Rank 218 globally 25
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 217 globally 38
Fintech Development
Rank 227 globally 2
ATM Availability
Rank 210 globally 21
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 170 globally 38
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 1 globally 98
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

19
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 221 globally 8
Crypto Regulation
Rank 216 globally 18
Legal Status
Rank 215 globally 18
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 217 globally 4
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 92 globally 75
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 214 globally 3

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

38
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 213 globally 5
Transaction Costs
Rank 215 globally 32
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 199 globally 32
23
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 218 globally 13
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 213 globally 23
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 204 globally 43
Days to Register a Company
Rank 220 globally 15

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

40
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 224 globally 12
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 183 globally 65
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 226 globally 5
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 4 globally 94
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 218 globally 34
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 150 globally 75
Central Bank Independence
Rank 218 globally 28
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 212 globally 16
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 209 globally 25
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 214 globally 6
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 215 globally 6
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 127 globally 72
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 155 globally 69
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 203 globally 25
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 3 globally 81
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 9 globally 86
Electricity Cost
Rank 94 globally 74
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
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 16 globally 94
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 26 globally 92
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 28 globally 88
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 84
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 94
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 12 globally 95

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 37 globally 88
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 14 globally 96
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 43 globally 85
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 46 globally 76
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 18 globally 94
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 107 globally 92
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 4 globally 99
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Internet Cost
Rank 211 globally 25
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 202 globally 30
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 205 globally 43
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 223 globally 46
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 145 globally 52

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 44 globally 90
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 51 globally 95
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 55 globally 91
Local Services Cost
Rank 54 globally 90
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 88 globally 23
Airport Connectivity
Rank 212 globally 10
Port Connectivity
Rank 140 globally 15
42
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Road Quality
Rank 203 globally 22
Traffic Congestion
Rank 16 globally 80
Road Density
Rank 166 globally 49
Traffic Deaths
Rank 170 globally 51
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 219 globally 1

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

26
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Power Outages
Rank 222 globally 1
Electrification Rate
Rank 223 globally 10
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 156 globally 25
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 116 globally 30
CO2 Intensity
Rank 111 globally 42
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 223 globally 9
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 200 globally 1
Mobile Speed
Rank 226 globally 16
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

27
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Transit Coverage
Rank 196 globally 20
Transit Punctuality
Rank 203 globally 40
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 181 globally 40
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

42
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 221 globally 36
Burnout Risk
Rank 211 globally 30
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

74
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 160 globally 51
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 79 globally 81
Rainy Days
Rank 21 globally 86
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 210 globally 56
Seasonal Variation
Rank 114 globally 77

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

31
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Beach Quality
Rank 133 globally 49
Mountain Access
Rank 108 globally 40
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 224 globally 0
Biodiversity Index
Rank 194 globally 44
Forest Cover
Rank 181 globally 12

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

22
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 213 globally 11
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 223 globally 19
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 221 globally 12
Recovery Time
Rank 209 globally 52

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

16
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 219 globally 15
Cinema Density
Rank 216 globally 0
Cultural Freedom
Rank 221 globally 10
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 193 globally 21
Restaurant Density
Rank 208 globally 19
Street Food Scene
Rank 195 globally 21
Local Market Quality
Rank 193 globally 27
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 211 globally 13
Local Freshness
Rank 188 globally 29
Local Authenticity
Rank 201 globally 22

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 197 globally 36
Child Safety Score
Rank 205 globally 30
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
Playground Density
Rank 216 globally 15

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 223 globally 15
Veterinary Quality
Rank 216 globally 10
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 212 globally 30
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 220 globally 15
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 224 globally 5
E-Government
Rank 224 globally 24
Visa Processing Time
Rank 217 globally 19
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 219 globally 23
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 222 globally 14
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 223 globally 7
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 219 globally 27
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 222 globally 4
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 226 globally 3
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 217 globally 0
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 222 globally 4
Remote Work Legality
Rank 220 globally 21
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 216 globally 32
Remote Job Market
Rank 223 globally 19
Coworking Density
Rank 217 globally 13
Nomad Community
Rank 218 globally 8
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 224 globally 10
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 224 globally 2
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 223 globally 9
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 220 globally 12
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 0
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 221 globally 5
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 225 globally 10
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 221 globally 0
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 218 globally 0
Residence Status Stability
Rank 221 globally 0
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 221 globally 0
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 216 globally 9
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 204 globally 35
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 202 globally 21
Local Language Barrier
Rank 217 globally 25
Integration Ease
Rank 223 globally 7
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 221 globally 11
Expat Community Size
Rank 226 globally 0
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 220 globally 16
International Schools
Rank 228 globally 0
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 223 globally 9
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 221 globally 7
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 221 globally 10
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 9
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 223 globally 10
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 218 globally 15
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 224 globally 11
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 221 globally 13
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 18
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 223 globally 20
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 224 globally 13
Accommodation Availability
Rank 216 globally 24
Booking & Transparency
Rank 224 globally 15

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

19
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 214 globally 19
Digital Travel Services
Rank 228 globally 17
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 224 globally 19
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 224 globally 20
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 222 globally 19
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 222 globally 22
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 214 globally 34
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 221 globally 21
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 170 globally 45
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 203 globally 34
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 223 globally 27

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

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Hotel Cost
Rank 4 globally 98
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 5 globally 99
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 18 globally 94
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 218 globally 48
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 222 globally 42
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 63 globally 86
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

17
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Press Freedom
Rank 228 globally 6
Democracy Index
Rank 198 globally 24
Personal Freedom
Rank 225 globally 28
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 227 globally 3

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 192 globally 75
PISA Score
Rank 207 globally 2
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 220 globally 5
Education Expenditure
Rank 215 globally 33
School Life Expectancy
Rank 223 globally 40
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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 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 192 globally 16
Social Mobility Score
Rank 195 globally 20
Social Cohesion
Rank 213 globally 25
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Gender Equality
Rank 215 globally 28
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 215 globally 22
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 222 globally 9
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 221 globally 8
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 221 globally 11

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

7
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 188 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 221 globally 6
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 213 globally 6
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 213 globally 6
Pride Culture
Rank 213 globally 5
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Disability Support Score
Rank 216 globally 13
Public Accessibility
Rank 220 globally 14
Digital Accessibility
Rank 226 globally 6
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 222 globally 15

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

29
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 193 globally 31
Secularization Score
Rank 190 globally 19
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 63 globally 45
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 193 globally 25

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 44 globally 83
Fertility Rate
Rank 165 globally 45
Population Growth
Rank 65 globally 54
Net Migration Rate
Rank 194 globally 33
Urbanization Rate
Rank 173 globally 33
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 76 globally 64
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 173 globally 86
Single-Person Households
Rank 201 globally 9