Country profile

Finland: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Finland is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Society & Participation and Safety & Risk, while Inclusion & Accessibility, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Equal Treatment stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Outdoor & Lifestyle.

Overall rating 76.57 points
Global rank Rank 1 globally
Continental rank Rank 1 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 Finland

Why is Finland especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Society & Participation and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Finland?

Inclusion & Accessibility, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Equal Treatment show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Outdoor & Lifestyle.

How important is freedom, participation and the social environment for Finland?

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 Finland 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

Finland is especially useful to compare with Germany, Denmark and Spain, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. United States and Portugal work as contrast comparisons when social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions still deserve closer attention.

Frequently asked questions: Finland

Finland: what is the cost profile?

The Costs category currently stands at 44 out of 100 points. High values mean lower or more manageable everyday cost conditions. The details are linked in the cost ranking.

Finland: what is the safety profile?

The Safety & Risk category currently stands at 87 out of 100 points. High values mean a more favorable safety and risk profile. The individual topics are linked in the safety ranking.

All ratings and indicators for Finland

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

85
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Homicide Rate
Rank 52 globally 94
Petty Crime Index
Rank 11 globally 87
Women's Safety
Rank 3 globally 91
Organized Crime
Rank 12 globally 74
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 8 globally 95
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
86
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 146 globally 84
Political Violence
Rank 17 globally 90
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 137 globally 82
Terrorism Risk
Rank 156 globally 94

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

83
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Flood Risk
Rank 80 globally 54
Storm Risk
Rank 73 globally 86
Earthquake Risk
Rank 1 globally 96
Drought Risk
Rank 23 globally 85
Wildfire Risk
Rank 30 globally 85
Landslide Risk
Rank 8 globally 91
Tsunami Risk
Rank 45 globally 94
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

94
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State Surveillance
Rank 4 globally 92
Internet Censorship
Rank 5 globally 95
Internet Freedom
Rank 2 globally 95
Data Protection Laws
Rank 1 globally 97
VPN Access
Rank 5 globally 97
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 2 globally 87
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Rule of Law
Rank 4 globally 92
Property Rights Security
Rank 1 globally 94
Corruption Perception
Rank 2 globally 88
Police Effectiveness
Rank 1 globally 92
Expropriation Risk
Rank 4 globally 92
Extradition Risk
Rank 202 globally 32

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

86
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Political Stability
Rank 13 globally 87
Economic Resilience
Rank 14 globally 80
Government Efficiency
Rank 2 globally 94
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 1 globally 84
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

81
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 12 globally 82
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 11 globally 86
Emergency Care
Rank 11 globally 83
Medicine Access
Rank 9 globally 85
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 6 globally 89
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 21 globally 78
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 67 globally 82
Doctor Density
Rank 39 globally 76
Hospital Beds
Rank 100 globally 43
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 199 globally 30
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 14 globally 84

Environmental Health

6 indicators

94
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 1 globally 100
Noise Pollution
Rank 7 globally 80
UV Radiation
Rank 4 globally 90
Tap Water Safety
Rank 1 globally 100
Sanitation
Rank 52 globally 92
Waste Management
Rank 11 globally 89
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Life Expectancy
Rank 30 globally 92
Infectious Diseases
Rank 5 globally 95
Obesity Rate
Rank 123 globally 70
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 6 globally 85
Mental Health
Rank 56 globally 70
Suicide Rate
Rank 186 globally 43
Maternal Mortality
Rank 40 globally 91
Vaccination Rate
Rank 86 globally 92
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 182 globally 48
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 199 globally 64
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

43
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 227 globally 40
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 206 globally 46
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 228 globally 19
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 208 globally 37
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 203 globally 46
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 201 globally 61
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 30 globally 85
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 29 globally 83
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 34 globally 72
Capital Market Depth
Rank 33 globally 75
Business Credit Access
Rank 7 globally 84
Investor Protection
Rank 1 globally 91
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 1 globally 88
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 85 globally 73
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 19 globally 80
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 7 globally 86

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

73
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 20 globally 72
Banking Stability
Rank 43 globally 82
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 14 globally 91
Fintech Development
Rank 31 globally 95
ATM Availability
Rank 132 globally 71
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 225 globally 25
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

58
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 31 globally 65
Crypto Regulation
Rank 23 globally 78
Legal Status
Rank 18 globally 84
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 44 globally 31
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 206 globally 32
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 50 globally 27

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

67
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 53 globally 80
Affordability
Rank 154 globally 52
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 184 globally 40
64
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 60 globally 50
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 52 globally 86
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 34 globally 65
Days to Register a Company
Rank 97 globally 56

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

75
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 31 globally 84
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 41 globally 97
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 172 globally 43
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 201 globally 59
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 7 globally 81
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 24 globally 98
Central Bank Independence
Rank 4 globally 90
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 197 globally 26
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 98 globally 76
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 25 globally 84
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 32 globally 76
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 172 globally 55
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 211 globally 42
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 25 globally 90
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 15 globally 89
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

42
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 203 globally 23
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 196 globally 39
Electricity Cost
Rank 107 globally 69
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 213 globally 37
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 206 globally 68

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

23
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 121 globally 46
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 205 globally 13
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 176 globally 30
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 220 globally 13
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 220 globally 16
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 199 globally 20
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 219 globally 14

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

34
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 197 globally 32
Burger Menu Price
Rank 205 globally 34
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 218 globally 20
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 194 globally 36
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 187 globally 52
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 193 globally 46
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 195 globally 27
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 157 globally 46
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 208 globally 24

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

45
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Transit Cost
Rank 226 globally 15
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 199 globally 36
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 195 globally 63
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 191 globally 71
Car Purchase Index
Rank 26 globally 66
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 220 globally 30
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 201 globally 67
74
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Internet Cost
Rank 70 globally 73
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 90 globally 73
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 98 globally 83
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 167 globally 49

Personal Services

4 indicators

44
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Haircut Cost
Rank 205 globally 39
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 201 globally 47
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 182 globally 54
Local Services Cost
Rank 205 globally 37
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
73
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Logistics Performance
Rank 6 globally 91
Rail Network Density
Rank 43 globally 61
Airport Connectivity
Rank 23 globally 80
Port Connectivity
Rank 47 globally 38
82
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Road Quality
Rank 10 globally 93
Traffic Congestion
Rank 63 globally 62
Road Density
Rank 46 globally 71
Traffic Deaths
Rank 16 globally 92
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 9 globally 89

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

81
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Power Outages
Rank 19 globally 98
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 42 globally 75
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 83 globally 47
CO2 Intensity
Rank 17 globally 87
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 219 globally 60
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Broadband Speed
Rank 24 globally 87
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 37 globally 91
Mobile Speed
Rank 19 globally 85
5G Coverage
Rank 15 globally 80

Public Transport

4 indicators

79
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Transit Coverage
Rank 28 globally 75
Transit Punctuality
Rank 8 globally 88
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 5 globally 82
Walkability Score
Rank 21 globally 72
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

78
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 12 globally 88
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 1 globally 77
Burnout Risk
Rank 3 globally 82
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

55
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 213 globally 26
Sunshine Hours
Rank 204 globally 56
Humidity Comfort
Rank 104 globally 66
Rainy Days
Rank 134 globally 61
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Seasonal Variation
Rank 224 globally 33

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

41
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Beach Quality
Rank 180 globally 29
Mountain Access
Rank 190 globally 12
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 141 globally 46
Biodiversity Index
Rank 177 globally 47
Forest Cover
Rank 12 globally 98

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

89
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 12 globally 89
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 14 globally 87
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 17 globally 84
Recovery Time
Rank 1 globally 100

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

73
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 10 globally 94
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 47 globally 38
Music & Nightlife
Rank 28 globally 65
Cinema Density
Rank 9 globally 86
Cultural Freedom
Rank 1 globally 92
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 96 globally 67
52
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 91 globally 43
Restaurant Density
Rank 78 globally 53
Street Food Scene
Rank 112 globally 40
Local Market Quality
Rank 46 globally 62
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 60 globally 53
Local Freshness
Rank 29 globally 74
Local Authenticity
Rank 95 globally 41

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

89
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 154 globally 81
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 1 globally 100
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 3 globally 94
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 6 globally 93
Child Safety Score
Rank 1 globally 95
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 6 globally 65
Playground Density
Rank 2 globally 95

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

69
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 1 globally 90
Veterinary Quality
Rank 8 globally 90
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 207 globally 25
Pet Food Prices
Rank 207 globally 32
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 4 globally 88
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 3 globally 68
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 3 globally 88
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89
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 10 globally 89
E-Government
Rank 2 globally 97
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 6 globally 90
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 1 globally 100
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 6 globally 95
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 1 globally 100
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 6 globally 89
Border Openness
Rank 6 globally 98
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 5 globally 95
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 178 globally 74
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 35 globally 50
Remote Work Legality
Rank 25 globally 78
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 22 globally 89
Remote Job Market
Rank 16 globally 88
Coworking Density
Rank 44 globally 67
Nomad Community
Rank 48 globally 62
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 24 globally 89
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 3 globally 99
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 3 globally 95
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 26 globally 81
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 1 globally 100
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 1 globally 100
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 10 globally 93
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 2 globally 99
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 10 globally 85
Residence Status Stability
Rank 3 globally 99
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 3 globally 99
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 5 globally 96
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 1 globally 100
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

72
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 77 globally 64
Local Language Barrier
Rank 56 globally 69
Integration Ease
Rank 44 globally 78
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 7 globally 97
Expat Community Size
Rank 75 globally 46
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 10 globally 95
International Schools
Rank 50 globally 55
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 38 globally 80
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 3 globally 98
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 14 globally 89
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 4 globally 97
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 11 globally 91
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 5 globally 89
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 5 globally 96
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 3 globally 97
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 4 globally 97
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Hotel Quality
Rank 17 globally 90
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 6 globally 97
Accommodation Availability
Rank 28 globally 78
Booking & Transparency
Rank 4 globally 98

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

93
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 18 globally 86
Digital Travel Services
Rank 4 globally 96
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 9 globally 96
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 10 globally 94
76
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 28 globally 72
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 20 globally 90
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 106 globally 64
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 32 globally 78
66
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 142 globally 58
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 67 globally 74
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 96 globally 67

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

64
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Hotel Cost
Rank 175 globally 64
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 171 globally 66
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 193 globally 52
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 182 globally 63
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 124 globally 76
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 8 globally 96
Off-Season Usability
Rank 26 globally 85
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 16 globally 88
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 123 globally 83
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

91
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Press Freedom
Rank 5 globally 88
Democracy Index
Rank 5 globally 93
Personal Freedom
Rank 9 globally 86
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 2 globally 97

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

95
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 8 globally 86
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 6 globally 90
Education Expenditure
Rank 1 globally 100
School Life Expectancy
Rank 6 globally 98
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 2 globally 97
Gini Index
Rank 8 globally 91
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 10 globally 85
Housing Support Score
Rank 2 globally 89
Social Mobility Score
Rank 2 globally 87
Social Cohesion
Rank 4 globally 90
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Gender Equality
Rank 3 globally 94
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 3 globally 97
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 4 globally 99
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 8 globally 97
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 4 globally 97

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

97
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 7 globally 99
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 2 globally 99
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 7 globally 94
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 3 globally 99
Pride Culture
Rank 13 globally 89
98
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Disability Support Score
Rank 2 globally 99
Public Accessibility
Rank 6 globally 96
Digital Accessibility
Rank 2 globally 99
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 1 globally 100

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

80
/ 100
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 1 globally 93
Secularization Score
Rank 8 globally 78
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 71 globally 42
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 8 globally 84

Demography

10 indicators

57
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Median Age
Rank 201 globally 30
Fertility Rate
Rank 165 globally 45
Population Growth
Rank 180 globally 24
Net Migration Rate
Rank 62 globally 57
Urbanization Rate
Rank 52 globally 84
Foreign Population Share
Rank 98 globally 48
Population Density
Rank 33 globally 76
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 38 globally 63
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 3 globally 98