Country profile

France: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

France is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health, while Attractions & Activities, Food & Culinary Culture and Accommodation & Stay Quality 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, Taxes & Finance and Housing & Utilities.

Overall rating 73.52 points
Global rank Rank 20 globally
Continental rank Rank 17 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 France

Why is France especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for France?

Attractions & Activities, Food & Culinary Culture and Accommodation & Stay Quality 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, Taxes & Finance and Housing & Utilities.

How important is travel, accommodation and longer trips for France?

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 France 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

France is especially useful to compare with Portugal, Spain and Germany, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Italy and Denmark work as contrast comparisons when travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection 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.

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Frequently asked questions: France

France: what does Nomadino say about moving there?

It depends on the goal: Nomadino currently shows a strong profile for France. The most relevant areas are Travel & Vacation and Health; Costs and Finance & Taxes deserve closer checking.

France: what is the cost profile?

The Costs category currently stands at 47 out of 100 points. High values mean lower or more manageable everyday cost conditions. The details are linked in the cost ranking.

France: what is the safety profile?

The Safety & Risk category currently stands at 74 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 France

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

70
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Homicide Rate
Rank 70 globally 93
Petty Crime Index
Rank 86 globally 62
Women's Safety
Rank 70 globally 68
Organized Crime
Rank 116 globally 51
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 86 globally 83
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 104 globally 92
Political Violence
Rank 117 globally 79
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 94 globally 88
Terrorism Risk
Rank 195 globally 68

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

61
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Flood Risk
Rank 212 globally 27
Storm Risk
Rank 126 globally 71
Earthquake Risk
Rank 92 globally 72
Drought Risk
Rank 60 globally 76
Wildfire Risk
Rank 69 globally 64
Landslide Risk
Rank 139 globally 46
Tsunami Risk
Rank 97 globally 70
Volcano Risk
Rank 148 globally 88

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

79
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State Surveillance
Rank 68 globally 74
Internet Censorship
Rank 62 globally 80
Internet Freedom
Rank 47 globally 78
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 43 globally 74
Property Rights Security
Rank 35 globally 74
Corruption Perception
Rank 44 globally 69
Police Effectiveness
Rank 50 globally 73
Expropriation Risk
Rank 29 globally 77
Extradition Risk
Rank 202 globally 32

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

72
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Political Stability
Rank 93 globally 68
Economic Resilience
Rank 50 globally 69
Government Efficiency
Rank 36 globally 77
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 26 globally 76
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

82
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 14 globally 81
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 1 globally 89
Emergency Care
Rank 11 globally 83
Medicine Access
Rank 12 globally 84
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 19 globally 83
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 21 globally 78
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 21 globally 88
Doctor Density
Rank 56 globally 72
Hospital Beds
Rank 23 globally 70
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 204 globally 27
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 59 globally 66

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 46 globally 90
Noise Pollution
Rank 103 globally 55
UV Radiation
Rank 30 globally 67
Tap Water Safety
Rank 1 globally 100
Sanitation
Rank 55 globally 91
Waste Management
Rank 19 globally 87
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Life Expectancy
Rank 21 globally 94
Infectious Diseases
Rank 23 globally 88
Obesity Rate
Rank 31 globally 86
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 35 globally 72
Mental Health
Rank 27 globally 74
Suicide Rate
Rank 180 globally 45
Maternal Mortality
Rank 36 globally 94
Vaccination Rate
Rank 51 globally 95
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 223 globally 31
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 183 globally 68
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

32
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 223 globally 43
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 226 globally 11
Social Security Burden
Rank 222 globally 5
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 187 globally 37
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 208 globally 37
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 209 globally 37
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 220 globally 29
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 65 globally 76
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 1 globally 100
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 51 globally 70
Capital Market Depth
Rank 33 globally 75
Business Credit Access
Rank 23 globally 79
Investor Protection
Rank 30 globally 75
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 11 globally 82
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 50 globally 77
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 25 globally 78
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 21 globally 82

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

72
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 23 globally 71
Banking Stability
Rank 27 globally 83
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 6 globally 92
Fintech Development
Rank 3 globally 97
ATM Availability
Rank 31 globally 91
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 215 globally 30
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 216 globally 22

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

57
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 52 globally 46
Crypto Regulation
Rank 15 globally 79
Legal Status
Rank 10 globally 88
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 31 globally 38
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 212 globally 30
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 26 globally 35

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

62
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 118 globally 65
Affordability
Rank 174 globally 45
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 184 globally 40
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 24 globally 91
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 88 globally 59
Days to Register a Company
Rank 16 globally 76

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

73
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 33 globally 83
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 48 globally 96
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 209 globally 23
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 179 globally 67
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 48 globally 68
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 24 globally 98
Central Bank Independence
Rank 13 globally 87
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 168 globally 41
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 90 globally 78
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 32 globally 81
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 35 globally 75
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 147 globally 65
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 54 globally 79
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 30 globally 89
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 26 globally 84
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

36
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 192 globally 24
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 188 globally 40
Electricity Cost
Rank 170 globally 46
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 222 globally 26
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 206 globally 68

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

25
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 121 globally 46
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 181 globally 27
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 206 globally 17
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 220 globally 13
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 216 globally 18
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 210 globally 14
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 136 globally 58

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 207 globally 27
Burger Menu Price
Rank 207 globally 32
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 170 globally 48
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 163 globally 55
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 122 globally 84
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 181 globally 40
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 69 globally 78
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 177 globally 51

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

50
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Transit Cost
Rank 212 globally 40
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 213 globally 28
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 177 globally 73
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 199 globally 65
Car Purchase Index
Rank 31 globally 64
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 213 globally 38
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 212 globally 55
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Internet Cost
Rank 90 globally 67
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 118 globally 78
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 76 globally 92
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 155 globally 51

Personal Services

4 indicators

52
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Haircut Cost
Rank 192 globally 47
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 186 globally 54
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 163 globally 61
Local Services Cost
Rank 186 globally 44
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81
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Logistics Performance
Rank 13 globally 83
Rail Network Density
Rank 20 globally 81
Airport Connectivity
Rank 8 globally 90
Port Connectivity
Rank 19 globally 58
75
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Road Quality
Rank 10 globally 93
Traffic Congestion
Rank 205 globally 32
Road Density
Rank 26 globally 75
Traffic Deaths
Rank 35 globally 89
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 12 globally 84

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

76
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Power Outages
Rank 19 globally 98
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 31 globally 80
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 131 globally 25
CO2 Intensity
Rank 13 globally 92
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 229 globally 26
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Broadband Speed
Rank 6 globally 95
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 1 globally 100
Mobile Speed
Rank 41 globally 78
5G Coverage
Rank 27 globally 65

Public Transport

4 indicators

80
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Transit Coverage
Rank 6 globally 88
Transit Punctuality
Rank 17 globally 82
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 11 globally 68
Walkability Score
Rank 11 globally 78
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

71
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 6 globally 89
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 32 globally 83
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 37 globally 67
Burnout Risk
Rank 26 globally 70
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

70
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 121 globally 59
Sunshine Hours
Rank 179 globally 66
Humidity Comfort
Rank 80 globally 76
Rainy Days
Rank 111 globally 65
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 139 globally 67

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

75
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Beach Quality
Rank 86 globally 69
Mountain Access
Rank 12 globally 83
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 45 globally 96
Biodiversity Index
Rank 84 globally 68
Forest Cover
Rank 111 globally 43

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

91
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 11 globally 90
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 18 globally 84
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 1 globally 100
Recovery Time
Rank 11 globally 91

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

93
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 7 globally 97
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 3 globally 96
Music & Nightlife
Rank 1 globally 88
Cinema Density
Rank 2 globally 98
Cultural Freedom
Rank 22 globally 85
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 6 globally 94
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 3 globally 95
Restaurant Density
Rank 3 globally 96
Street Food Scene
Rank 17 globally 79
Local Market Quality
Rank 2 globally 99
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 2 globally 98
Local Freshness
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Authenticity
Rank 3 globally 95

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

77
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 197 globally 61
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 1 globally 100
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 11 globally 76
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 69 globally 83
Child Safety Score
Rank 28 globally 82
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 19 globally 50
Playground Density
Rank 17 globally 85

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

67
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 1 globally 90
Veterinary Quality
Rank 8 globally 90
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 182 globally 35
Pet Food Prices
Rank 185 globally 38
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 15 globally 80
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 22 globally 78
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 39 globally 83
E-Government
Rank 14 globally 92
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 33 globally 81
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 26 globally 86
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 13 globally 89
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 13 globally 97
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 48 globally 79
Border Openness
Rank 21 globally 95
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 14 globally 91
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 182 globally 73
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 31 globally 69
Remote Work Legality
Rank 48 globally 71
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 27 globally 87
Remote Job Market
Rank 31 globally 83
Coworking Density
Rank 10 globally 91
Nomad Community
Rank 16 globally 84
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 32 globally 85
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 26 globally 89
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 28 globally 84
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 34 globally 79
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 25 globally 87
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 24 globally 87
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 14 globally 92
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 28 globally 89
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 28 globally 80
Residence Status Stability
Rank 31 globally 85
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 26 globally 89
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

66
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 118 globally 48
Local Language Barrier
Rank 101 globally 61
Integration Ease
Rank 67 globally 73
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 22 globally 87
Expat Community Size
Rank 43 globally 58
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 24 globally 86
International Schools
Rank 36 globally 60
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 69 globally 71
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 35 globally 78
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 47 globally 77
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 43 globally 74
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 43 globally 77
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 23 globally 73
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 29 globally 81
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 32 globally 79
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 27 globally 82
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Hotel Quality
Rank 4 globally 98
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 20 globally 91
Accommodation Availability
Rank 2 globally 99
Booking & Transparency
Rank 26 globally 89

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

92
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 7 globally 95
Digital Travel Services
Rank 13 globally 92
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 18 globally 94
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 23 globally 88
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 1 globally 100
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 5 globally 95
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 3 globally 96
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 1 globally 100
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 35 globally 87
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 3 globally 96
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 9 globally 91

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

51
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Hotel Cost
Rank 197 globally 54
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 193 globally 58
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 217 globally 39
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 201 globally 53
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 214 globally 48
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 112 globally 85
Off-Season Usability
Rank 3 globally 95
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 12 globally 92
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 150 globally 79
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

82
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Press Freedom
Rank 27 globally 77
Democracy Index
Rank 38 globally 80
Personal Freedom
Rank 45 globally 80
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 21 globally 89

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

82
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 30 globally 70
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 43 globally 65
Education Expenditure
Rank 41 globally 92
School Life Expectancy
Rank 31 globally 83
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 14 globally 92
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 1 globally 100
Gini Index
Rank 33 globally 80
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 42 globally 73
Housing Support Score
Rank 5 globally 86
Social Mobility Score
Rank 25 globally 73
Social Cohesion
Rank 26 globally 79
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Gender Equality
Rank 37 globally 76
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 27 globally 79
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 25 globally 85
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 25 globally 85
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 29 globally 82

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

89
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 13 globally 98
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 22 globally 85
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 23 globally 85
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 22 globally 87
Pride Culture
Rank 10 globally 90
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Disability Support Score
Rank 10 globally 93
Public Accessibility
Rank 15 globally 87
Digital Accessibility
Rank 22 globally 84
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 20 globally 87

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

78
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 32 globally 88
Secularization Score
Rank 11 globally 73
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 31 globally 52
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 10 globally 83

Demography

10 indicators

60
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Median Age
Rank 186 globally 33
Fertility Rate
Rank 67 globally 85
Population Growth
Rank 166 globally 28
Net Migration Rate
Rank 62 globally 57
Urbanization Rate
Rank 63 globally 78
Foreign Population Share
Rank 82 globally 54
Population Density
Rank 133 globally 56
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 38 globally 63
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 12 globally 79