Country profile

Guam: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Guam is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health, while Conflicts & Political Security, Language & Integration and LGBTQ+ Friendliness stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Basic Goods and Communication & Digital Costs.

Overall rating 62.37 points
Global rank Rank 84 globally
Continental rank Rank 12 in Asia

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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 Guam

Why is Guam especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Guam?

Conflicts & Political Security, Language & Integration and LGBTQ+ Friendliness show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Basic Goods and Communication & Digital Costs.

How important is safety-focused decisions and risk checks for Guam?

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 Guam 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

Guam 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 safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Guam vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 31 points better on Infrastructure than Guam.
  • Guam vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 34 points better on Infrastructure than Guam.
  • Guam vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 39 points better on Infrastructure than Guam.
  • Guam vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 43 points better on Infrastructure than Guam.
  • Guam vs. United States
    United States performs about 30 points better on Infrastructure than Guam.

All ratings and indicators for Guam

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

69
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Homicide Rate
Rank 134 globally 85
Petty Crime Index
Rank 96 globally 60
Women's Safety
Rank 73 globally 67
Organized Crime
Rank 22 globally 70
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 30 globally 90
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 204 globally 1
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 38 globally 87
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 65 globally 91
Terrorism Risk
Rank 130 globally 98

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

42
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Flood Risk
Rank 69 globally 56
Storm Risk
Rank 229 globally 10
Earthquake Risk
Rank 196 globally 29
Drought Risk
Rank 122 globally 62
Wildfire Risk
Rank 140 globally 40
Landslide Risk
Rank 80 globally 61
Tsunami Risk
Rank 215 globally 18
Volcano Risk
Rank 154 globally 86

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

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State Surveillance
Rank 45 globally 79
Internet Censorship
Rank 40 globally 84
Internet Freedom
Rank 55 globally 77
Data Protection Laws
Rank 63 globally 75
VPN Access
Rank 37 globally 87
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 36 globally 73
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Rule of Law
Rank 35 globally 75
Property Rights Security
Rank 39 globally 73
Corruption Perception
Rank 61 globally 64
Police Effectiveness
Rank 40 globally 75
Expropriation Risk
Rank 51 globally 73
Extradition Risk
Rank 45 globally 51

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 62 globally 73
Economic Resilience
Rank 71 globally 65
Government Efficiency
Rank 36 globally 77
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 74 globally 64
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

70
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 68 globally 68
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 50 globally 79
Emergency Care
Rank 67 globally 68
Medicine Access
Rank 54 globally 75
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 54 globally 73
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 86 globally 69
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 41 globally 86
Doctor Density
Rank 117 globally 49
Hospital Beds
Rank 127 globally 37
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 32 globally 98
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 218 globally 21
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 47 globally 69

Environmental Health

6 indicators

77
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 46 globally 90
Noise Pollution
Rank 87 globally 58
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 67 globally 95
Sanitation
Rank 57 globally 90
Waste Management
Rank 64 globally 66
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Life Expectancy
Rank 85 globally 78
Infectious Diseases
Rank 104 globally 76
Obesity Rate
Rank 196 globally 55
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 67 globally 61
Mental Health
Rank 40 globally 72
Suicide Rate
Rank 121 globally 55
Maternal Mortality
Rank 88 globally 74
Vaccination Rate
Rank 100 globally 90
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 162 globally 54
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 222 globally 52
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

66
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 171 globally 73
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 158 globally 42
Social Security Burden
Rank 90 globally 79
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 169 globally 58
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 58
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 223 globally 18
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 31 globally 84
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 189 globally 1
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 51 globally 70
Capital Market Depth
Rank 49 globally 72
Business Credit Access
Rank 45 globally 74
Investor Protection
Rank 51 globally 71
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 84 globally 63
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 50 globally 77
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 40 globally 73
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 40 globally 76

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

76
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 71 globally 53
Banking Stability
Rank 9 globally 85
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 54 globally 86
Fintech Development
Rank 31 globally 95
ATM Availability
Rank 74 globally 81
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 98 globally 52
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 94 globally 53
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

41
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 115 globally 29
Crypto Regulation
Rank 75 globally 53
Legal Status
Rank 69 globally 58
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 80 globally 21
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 146 globally 53
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 36 globally 31

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

67
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 92 globally 65
Transaction Costs
Rank 30 globally 85
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 83 globally 48
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 57 globally 84
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 34 globally 65
Days to Register a Company
Rank 48 globally 65

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

77
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 79 globally 70
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 72 globally 92
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 94 globally 65
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 39 globally 88
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 70 globally 64
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 4 globally 99
Central Bank Independence
Rank 39 globally 80
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 122 globally 60
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 161 globally 60
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 45 globally 70
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 102 globally 40
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 122 globally 74
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 87 globally 75
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 19 globally 91
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 57 globally 66
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

48
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 135 globally 39
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 198 globally 38
Electricity Cost
Rank 206 globally 30
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 153 globally 88
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 196 globally 76

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

27
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 173 globally 27
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 213 globally 8
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 190 globally 22
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 182 globally 38
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 188 globally 35
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 172 globally 34
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 178 globally 37

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 180 globally 37
Burger Menu Price
Rank 191 globally 43
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 170 globally 48
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 178 globally 49
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 187 globally 52
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 193 globally 46
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 181 globally 40
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 184 globally 35
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 199 globally 31

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 171 globally 72
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 68 globally 70
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 162 globally 75
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 200 globally 63
Car Purchase Index
Rank 48 globally 42
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 159 globally 83
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Internet Cost
Rank 222 globally 5
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 202 globally 30
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 196 globally 48
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 178 globally 63
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 180 globally 46

Personal Services

4 indicators

53
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Haircut Cost
Rank 186 globally 49
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 178 globally 57
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 171 globally 58
Local Services Cost
Rank 181 globally 47
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Logistics Performance
Rank 84 globally 35
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 136 globally 33
Port Connectivity
Rank 86 globally 25
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Road Quality
Rank 131 globally 42
Traffic Congestion
Rank 139 globally 45
Road Density
Rank 26 globally 75
Traffic Deaths
Rank 99 globally 78
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 64 globally 21

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

57
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Power Outages
Rank 97 globally 87
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 197 globally 11
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 206 globally 9
CO2 Intensity
Rank 208 globally 16
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 76 globally 63
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 178 globally 5
Mobile Speed
Rank 68 globally 68
5G Coverage
Rank 67 globally 35

Public Transport

4 indicators

42
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Transit Coverage
Rank 130 globally 38
Transit Punctuality
Rank 67 globally 62
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 98 globally 15
Walkability Score
Rank 86 globally 55
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

56
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 63 globally 64
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 48 globally 65
Burnout Risk
Rank 64 globally 62
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

72
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 49 globally 71
Sunshine Hours
Rank 113 globally 81
Humidity Comfort
Rank 164 globally 54
Rainy Days
Rank 227 globally 42
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 43 globally 94

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

45
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Beach Quality
Rank 41 globally 82
Mountain Access
Rank 178 globally 18
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 200 globally 14
Biodiversity Index
Rank 145 globally 55
Forest Cover
Rank 52 globally 69

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

52
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 108 globally 42
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 110 globally 61
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 123 globally 36
Recovery Time
Rank 92 globally 71

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

31
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 114 globally 29
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 108 globally 18
Cultural Freedom
Rank 80 globally 65
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 211 globally 50
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 149 globally 30
Restaurant Density
Rank 133 globally 39
Street Food Scene
Rank 157 globally 30
Local Market Quality
Rank 184 globally 28
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 127 globally 34
Local Freshness
Rank 188 globally 29
Local Authenticity
Rank 170 globally 26

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

53
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 197 globally 61
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 49 globally 38
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 81 globally 79
Child Safety Score
Rank 55 globally 72
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 51 globally 35
Playground Density
Rank 59 globally 65

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 132 globally 40
Veterinary Quality
Rank 72 globally 65
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 204 globally 28
Pet Food Prices
Rank 197 globally 35
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 78 globally 50
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 86 globally 60
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 122 globally 67
E-Government
Rank 69 globally 82
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 59 globally 76
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 65 globally 76
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 81 globally 54
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 64 globally 75
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 127 globally 45
Visa Application Ease
Rank 100 globally 69
Border Openness
Rank 116 globally 66
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 107 globally 59
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 204 globally 58
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 131 globally 38
Remote Work Legality
Rank 102 globally 57
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 38 globally 85
Remote Job Market
Rank 50 globally 76
Coworking Density
Rank 133 globally 36
Nomad Community
Rank 116 globally 40
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 52 globally 76
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 85 globally 70
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 81 globally 71
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 49 globally 75
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 75 globally 70
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 62 globally 75
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 64 globally 79
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 80 globally 74
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 48 globally 75
Residence Status Stability
Rank 73 globally 74
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 77 globally 70
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 61 globally 92
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 131 globally 85
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

82
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 9 globally 95
Local Language Barrier
Rank 1 globally 100
Integration Ease
Rank 20 globally 84
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 31 globally 82
Expat Community Size
Rank 43 globally 58
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 29 globally 84
International Schools
Rank 53 globally 54
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 16 globally 84
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 35 globally 78
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 29 globally 82
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 76
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 41 globally 78
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 66 globally 58
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 71 globally 69
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 56 globally 72
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 45 globally 76
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Hotel Quality
Rank 93 globally 61
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 85 globally 67
Accommodation Availability
Rank 129 globally 46
Booking & Transparency
Rank 78 globally 72

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

69
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 131 globally 43
Digital Travel Services
Rank 97 globally 64
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 49 globally 86
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 46 globally 81
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 141 globally 40
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 92 globally 67
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 142 globally 57
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 121 globally 49
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 45 globally 84
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 77 globally 71
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 167 globally 50

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

78
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Hotel Cost
Rank 107 globally 81
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 105 globally 82
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 168 globally 69
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 158 globally 73
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 80 globally 87
Off-Season Usability
Rank 98 globally 71
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 102 globally 67
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 107 globally 84
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

78
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Press Freedom
Rank 77 globally 67
Democracy Index
Rank 55 globally 78
Personal Freedom
Rank 36 globally 82
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 51 globally 80

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

67
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 72 globally 98
PISA Score
Rank 96 globally 44
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 55 globally 60
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
School Life Expectancy
Rank 71 globally 75
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 61 globally 42
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 54 globally 50
Gini Index
Rank 62 globally 69
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 65 globally 55
Housing Support Score
Rank 61 globally 53
Social Mobility Score
Rank 60 globally 58
Social Cohesion
Rank 37 globally 75
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Gender Equality
Rank 46 globally 73
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 49 globally 73
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 33 globally 79
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 38 globally 79
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 37 globally 78

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

82
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 47 globally 91
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 40 globally 79
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 40 globally 78
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 37 globally 82
Pride Culture
Rank 37 globally 75
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Disability Support Score
Rank 52 globally 68
Public Accessibility
Rank 67 globally 62
Digital Accessibility
Rank 65 globally 69
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 65 globally 69

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

66
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 56 globally 84
Secularization Score
Rank 95 globally 45
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 71 globally 42
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 69 globally 71

Demography

10 indicators

63
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Median Age
Rank 109 globally 63
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 144 globally 32
Net Migration Rate
Rank 176 globally 37
Urbanization Rate
Rank 19 globally 94
Foreign Population Share
Rank 25 globally 88
Population Density
Rank 185 globally 45
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 191 globally 40
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 201 globally 85
Single-Person Households
Rank 105 globally 30