Country profile

Ethiopia: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Ethiopia is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check social freedom, participation and openness as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 44.81 points
Global rank Rank 203 globally
Continental rank Rank 39 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 Ethiopia

Why is Ethiopia especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation.

Which topics stand out positively for Ethiopia?

Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Personal Services show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

social freedom, participation and openness as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Ethiopia 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

Category
Costs Rank 3 globally 90 Rating

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Ethiopia 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 travel, accommodation and visitor usability need to be weighed against different priorities; social freedom, participation and openness as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Ethiopia

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 176 globally 77
Petty Crime Index
Rank 182 globally 39
Women's Safety
Rank 192 globally 40
Organized Crime
Rank 178 globally 41
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 201 globally 44
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 216 globally 20
Political Violence
Rank 211 globally 18
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 199 globally 50
Terrorism Risk
Rank 140 globally 97

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

58
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Flood Risk
Rank 100 globally 50
Storm Risk
Rank 11 globally 95
Earthquake Risk
Rank 129 globally 63
Drought Risk
Rank 188 globally 38
Wildfire Risk
Rank 181 globally 28
Landslide Risk
Rank 178 globally 37
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 203 globally 40

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

31
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State Surveillance
Rank 191 globally 32
Internet Censorship
Rank 198 globally 28
Internet Freedom
Rank 204 globally 27
Data Protection Laws
Rank 198 globally 26
VPN Access
Rank 189 globally 41
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 184 globally 48
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Rule of Law
Rank 188 globally 35
Property Rights Security
Rank 192 globally 33
Corruption Perception
Rank 148 globally 37
Police Effectiveness
Rank 190 globally 37
Expropriation Risk
Rank 178 globally 34
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

35
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Political Stability
Rank 205 globally 24
Economic Resilience
Rank 186 globally 49
Government Efficiency
Rank 189 globally 38
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 208 globally 28
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 201 globally 35
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 206 globally 37
Emergency Care
Rank 207 globally 30
Medicine Access
Rank 210 globally 32
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 203 globally 33
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 196 globally 43
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 189 globally 42
Doctor Density
Rank 206 globally 6
Hospital Beds
Rank 221 globally 7
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 219 globally 35
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 1 globally 95
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 196 globally 28

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 171 globally 50
Noise Pollution
Rank 210 globally 33
UV Radiation
Rank 222 globally 13
Tap Water Safety
Rank 225 globally 20
Sanitation
Rank 224 globally 12
Waste Management
Rank 168 globally 21
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Life Expectancy
Rank 180 globally 50
Infectious Diseases
Rank 203 globally 35
Obesity Rate
Rank 2 globally 96
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 191 globally 20
Mental Health
Rank 225 globally 39
Suicide Rate
Rank 159 globally 48
Maternal Mortality
Rank 189 globally 32
Vaccination Rate
Rank 199 globally 71
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 22 globally 85
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 134 globally 75
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 36 globally 93
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 50 globally 85
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 99 globally 53
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 143 globally 68
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 91 globally 79
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 190 globally 45
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 100 globally 30
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 203 globally 50
Capital Market Depth
Rank 203 globally 44
Business Credit Access
Rank 196 globally 41
Investor Protection
Rank 188 globally 33
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 195 globally 35
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 212 globally 46
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 199 globally 34
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 185 globally 38

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

54
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 177 globally 24
Banking Stability
Rank 160 globally 68
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 184 globally 71
Fintech Development
Rank 181 globally 29
ATM Availability
Rank 185 globally 40
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

37
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 15 globally 76
Crypto Regulation
Rank 159 globally 29
Legal Status
Rank 159 globally 32
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 114 globally 15
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 189 globally 38
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 150 globally 8

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

39
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 186 globally 15
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 174 globally 45
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 144 globally 55
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 215 globally 38
Days to Register a Company
Rank 195 globally 33

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 203 globally 25
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 211 globally 24
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 52 globally 76
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 11 globally 92
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 199 globally 45
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 223 globally 33
Central Bank Independence
Rank 199 globally 44
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 189 globally 32
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 131 globally 71
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 208 globally 8
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 203 globally 8
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 55 globally 88
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 87 globally 75
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 186 globally 33
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 205 globally 9
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

90
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 11 globally 75
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 4 globally 92
Electricity Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 1 globally 100

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

97
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 2 globally 98
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 8 globally 97
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 8 globally 98
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 16 globally 93
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 6 globally 92
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 1 globally 100
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 5 globally 98

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 5 globally 96
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 13 globally 92
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 ($/L)
Rank 53 globally 74
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 108 globally 84
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 74 globally 70
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 49 globally 84
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 40 globally 93
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 20 globally 79

Personal Services

4 indicators

96
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Haircut Cost
Rank 7 globally 94
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 55 globally 91
Local Services Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
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Logistics Performance
Rank 99 globally 31
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 125 globally 36
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 192 globally 27
Traffic Congestion
Rank 123 globally 48
Road Density
Rank 180 globally 47
Traffic Deaths
Rank 194 globally 37
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 3

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

54
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Power Outages
Rank 195 globally 31
Electrification Rate
Rank 207 globally 25
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 92 globally 55
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 16 globally 90
CO2 Intensity
Rank 40 globally 67
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 191 globally 2
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

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Transit Coverage
Rank 164 globally 28
Transit Punctuality
Rank 191 globally 42
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 165 globally 42
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

44
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 171 globally 40
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 196 globally 44
Burnout Risk
Rank 192 globally 35
Public Holidays
Rank 63 globally 52

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

81
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 107 globally 63
Sunshine Hours
Rank 91 globally 84
Humidity Comfort
Rank 5 globally 99
Rainy Days
Rank 58 globally 75
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 100 globally 83

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

46
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 46 globally 66
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 111 globally 57
Biodiversity Index
Rank 48 globally 76
Forest Cover
Rank 156 globally 20

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 175 globally 22
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 176 globally 44
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 177 globally 24
Recovery Time
Rank 202 globally 53

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 34 globally 45
Music & Nightlife
Rank 174 globally 28
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 188 globally 28
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 155 globally 57
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 80 globally 45
Restaurant Density
Rank 114 globally 44
Street Food Scene
Rank 78 globally 47
Local Market Quality
Rank 92 globally 52
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 126 globally 35
Local Freshness
Rank 103 globally 54
Local Authenticity
Rank 56 globally 48

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 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 210 globally 21
Child Safety Score
Rank 199 globally 32
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 197 globally 6
Playground Density
Rank 202 globally 20

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 175 globally 30
Veterinary Quality
Rank 207 globally 15
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 3 globally 80
Pet Food Prices
Rank 3 globally 75
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 198 globally 25
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 183 globally 45
E-Government
Rank 190 globally 41
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 194 globally 39
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 201 globally 33
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 164 globally 31
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 190 globally 37
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 179 globally 40
Border Openness
Rank 188 globally 20
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 185 globally 30
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 188 globally 24
Remote Work Legality
Rank 203 globally 35
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 193 globally 44
Remote Job Market
Rank 201 globally 36
Coworking Density
Rank 147 globally 33
Nomad Community
Rank 170 globally 23
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 202 globally 23
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 187 globally 38
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 188 globally 42
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 207 globally 37
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 202 globally 33
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 199 globally 31
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 207 globally 35
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 173 globally 18
Family Reunification
Rank 192 globally 35
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 179 globally 40
Residence Status Stability
Rank 192 globally 40
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 192 globally 36
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 212 globally 11
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 189 globally 27
Local Language Barrier
Rank 191 globally 35
Integration Ease
Rank 194 globally 48
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 197 globally 42
Expat Community Size
Rank 190 globally 24
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 194 globally 42
International Schools
Rank 181 globally 33
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 205 globally 32
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 199 globally 21
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 201 globally 25
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 197 globally 23
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 34
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 188 globally 33
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 189 globally 35
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 196 globally 30
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 183 globally 42
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 195 globally 30
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 193 globally 33
Accommodation Availability
Rank 175 globally 33
Booking & Transparency
Rank 198 globally 34

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 181 globally 31
Digital Travel Services
Rank 190 globally 37
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 191 globally 44
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 196 globally 38
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 146 globally 39
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 199 globally 36
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 178 globally 50
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 170 globally 38
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 221 globally 16
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 221 globally 28
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 133 globally 58

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 17 globally 96
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 10 globally 95
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 112 globally 85
Off-Season Usability
Rank 182 globally 58
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 189 globally 51
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 206 globally 23
Democracy Index
Rank 178 globally 32
Personal Freedom
Rank 187 globally 46
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 170 globally 28

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 215 globally 52
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 199 globally 10
Education Expenditure
Rank 41 globally 92
School Life Expectancy
Rank 216 globally 45
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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 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Social Mobility Score
Rank 210 globally 15
Social Cohesion
Rank 210 globally 26
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Gender Equality
Rank 198 globally 37
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 201 globally 33
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 200 globally 25
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 201 globally 21
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 204 globally 23

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

14
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 173 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 196 globally 17
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 200 globally 16
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 199 globally 15
Pride Culture
Rank 200 globally 10
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Disability Support Score
Rank 212 globally 16
Public Accessibility
Rank 209 globally 23
Digital Accessibility
Rank 205 globally 22
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 212 globally 24

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

43
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 181 globally 44
Secularization Score
Rank 183 globally 26
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 31 globally 52
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 177 globally 47

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 32 globally 88
Fertility Rate
Rank 177 globally 43
Population Growth
Rank 23 globally 72
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 215 globally 9
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 133 globally 56
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 188 globally 12