Country profile

Haiti: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Haiti is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes, while Personal Services, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 37.69 points
Global rank Rank 219 globally
Continental rank Rank 42 in North America

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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 Haiti

Why is Haiti especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes.

Which topics stand out positively for Haiti?

Personal Services, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Haiti 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

Haiti 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Haiti

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

30
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Homicide Rate
Rank 222 globally 35
Petty Crime Index
Rank 228 globally 15
Women's Safety
Rank 221 globally 18
Organized Crime
Rank 216 globally 31
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 227 globally 16
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 217 globally 19
Political Violence
Rank 219 globally 12
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 207 globally 42
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

42
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Flood Risk
Rank 119 globally 46
Storm Risk
Rank 194 globally 29
Earthquake Risk
Rank 216 globally 18
Drought Risk
Rank 137 globally 59
Wildfire Risk
Rank 98 globally 50
Landslide Risk
Rank 213 globally 26
Tsunami Risk
Rank 195 globally 30
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

42
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State Surveillance
Rank 174 globally 44
Internet Censorship
Rank 174 globally 44
Internet Freedom
Rank 178 globally 40
Data Protection Laws
Rank 163 globally 34
VPN Access
Rank 175 globally 51
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 206 globally 42
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Rule of Law
Rank 217 globally 16
Property Rights Security
Rank 214 globally 14
Corruption Perception
Rank 219 globally 15
Police Effectiveness
Rank 221 globally 14
Expropriation Risk
Rank 214 globally 8
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

18
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Political Stability
Rank 216 globally 11
Economic Resilience
Rank 219 globally 18
Government Efficiency
Rank 217 globally 18
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 201 globally 30
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 221 globally 24
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 215 globally 33
Emergency Care
Rank 217 globally 23
Medicine Access
Rank 212 globally 30
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 218 globally 19
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 217 globally 26
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 199 globally 34
Doctor Density
Rank 185 globally 11
Hospital Beds
Rank 33 globally 65
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 211 globally 43
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 38 globally 79
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 220 globally 17

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 135 globally 64
Noise Pollution
Rank 217 globally 28
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 177 globally 52
Sanitation
Rank 213 globally 20
Waste Management
Rank 195 globally 12
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Life Expectancy
Rank 202 globally 43
Infectious Diseases
Rank 181 globally 49
Obesity Rate
Rank 31 globally 86
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 201 globally 17
Mental Health
Rank 221 globally 41
Suicide Rate
Rank 138 globally 53
Maternal Mortality
Rank 207 globally 22
Vaccination Rate
Rank 207 globally 64
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 34 globally 82
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 165 globally 71
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

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 74 globally 82
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 55 globally 68
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 91 globally 79
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 107 globally 67
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 174 globally 5
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 197 globally 52
Capital Market Depth
Rank 194 globally 48
Business Credit Access
Rank 211 globally 34
Investor Protection
Rank 216 globally 16
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 211 globally 26
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 206 globally 50
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 217 globally 26
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 204 globally 31

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

43
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 215 globally 14
Banking Stability
Rank 175 globally 60
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 211 globally 52
Fintech Development
Rank 187 globally 26
ATM Availability
Rank 213 globally 20
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 113 globally 50
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 79 globally 72
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

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Crypto Adoption
Rank 169 globally 20
Crypto Regulation
Rank 184 globally 25
Legal Status
Rank 197 globally 24
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 182 globally 40
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 189 globally 5

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

46
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 160 globally 25
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 144 globally 55
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 227 globally 3
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 132 globally 55
Days to Register a Company
Rank 221 globally 12

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

44
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 206 globally 24
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 216 globally 18
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 16 globally 88
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 224 globally 31
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 208 globally 40
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 160 globally 72
Central Bank Independence
Rank 216 globally 30
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 44 globally 75
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 98 globally 76
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 190 globally 12
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 178 globally 15
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 205 globally 34
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 169 globally 43
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 188 globally 13
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 18 globally 71
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 142 globally 59
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 51 globally 98

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

68
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 88 globally 55
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 97 globally 66
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 92 globally 65
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 87 globally 72
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 97 globally 64
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 83 globally 76
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 62 globally 80

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 81 globally 80
Burger Menu Price
Rank 82 globally 92
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 81 globally 83
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 70 globally 87
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 72 globally 92
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 81 globally 86
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 80 globally 86
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 93 globally 90

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 103 globally 66
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 8 globally 99
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 17 globally 98
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Internet Cost
Rank 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 131 globally 60
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 172 globally 59
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 202 globally 55
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 172 globally 48

Personal Services

4 indicators

87
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Haircut Cost
Rank 89 globally 85
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 76 globally 91
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 84 globally 87
Local Services Cost
Rank 84 globally 84
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 192 globally 15
Port Connectivity
Rank 140 globally 15
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Road Quality
Rank 222 globally 15
Traffic Congestion
Rank 152 globally 42
Road Density
Rank 161 globally 50
Traffic Deaths
Rank 207 globally 29
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 214 globally 11
Electrification Rate
Rank 204 globally 28
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 187 globally 15
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 211 globally 8
CO2 Intensity
Rank 166 globally 29
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 200 globally 1
Mobile Speed
Rank 210 globally 25
5G Coverage
Rank 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

26
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Transit Coverage
Rank 186 globally 22
Transit Punctuality
Rank 211 globally 38
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 192 globally 38
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 129 globally 50
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 212 globally 39
Burnout Risk
Rank 211 globally 30
Public Holidays
Rank 42 globally 56

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

78
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 23 globally 77
Sunshine Hours
Rank 63 globally 88
Humidity Comfort
Rank 130 globally 61
Rainy Days
Rank 130 globally 63
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 138 globally 89
Seasonal Variation
Rank 62 globally 92

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

47
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Beach Quality
Rank 91 globally 66
Mountain Access
Rank 88 globally 45
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 172 globally 29
Biodiversity Index
Rank 109 globally 63
Forest Cover
Rank 165 globally 16

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 213 globally 11
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 210 globally 33
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 192 globally 20
Recovery Time
Rank 218 globally 49

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 182 globally 30
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 99 globally 66
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 173 globally 25
Restaurant Density
Rank 167 globally 28
Street Food Scene
Rank 164 globally 28
Local Market Quality
Rank 181 globally 29
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 178 globally 20
Local Freshness
Rank 184 globally 30
Local Authenticity
Rank 179 globally 24

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

32
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 13 globally 99
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 105 globally 23
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 203 globally 29
Child Safety Score
Rank 209 globally 28
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
Playground Density
Rank 206 globally 18

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 211 globally 20
Veterinary Quality
Rank 207 globally 15
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 210 globally 20
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 211 globally 28
E-Government
Rank 190 globally 41
Visa Processing Time
Rank 217 globally 19
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 213 globally 29
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 220 globally 16
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 212 globally 15
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 200 globally 34
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 217 globally 11
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 214 globally 11
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 202 globally 19
Remote Work Legality
Rank 155 globally 47
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 213 globally 34
Remote Job Market
Rank 210 globally 32
Coworking Density
Rank 198 globally 20
Nomad Community
Rank 210 globally 12
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 207 globally 22
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 211 globally 24
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 211 globally 26
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 212 globally 35
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 209 globally 28
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 217 globally 17
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 213 globally 30
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 215 globally 19
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 202 globally 31
Residence Status Stability
Rank 214 globally 23
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 214 globally 22
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 194 globally 15
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 161 globally 80
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 211 globally 17
Local Language Barrier
Rank 204 globally 30
Integration Ease
Rank 194 globally 48
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 204 globally 40
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 201 globally 41
International Schools
Rank 211 globally 24
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 135 globally 51
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 174 globally 28
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 161 globally 37
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 154 globally 34
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 210 globally 24
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 209 globally 20
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 211 globally 24
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 211 globally 22
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 207 globally 31
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 209 globally 25
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 214 globally 26
Accommodation Availability
Rank 196 globally 29
Booking & Transparency
Rank 213 globally 28

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 214 globally 19
Digital Travel Services
Rank 213 globally 31
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 210 globally 35
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 212 globally 29
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 206 globally 26
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 211 globally 30
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 209 globally 36
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 195 globally 32
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 181 globally 36
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 199 globally 36
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 206 globally 36

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

84
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Hotel Cost
Rank 96 globally 83
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 100 globally 83
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 72 globally 90
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 167 globally 70
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 222 globally 67
Off-Season Usability
Rank 222 globally 46
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 214 globally 45
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 214 globally 72
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 150 globally 47
Democracy Index
Rank 174 globally 34
Personal Freedom
Rank 157 globally 55
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 160 globally 38

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 208 globally 62
PISA Score
Rank 207 globally 2
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 220 globally 5
Education Expenditure
Rank 121 globally 67
School Life Expectancy
Rank 201 globally 50
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 225 globally 7
Gini Index
Rank 216 globally 23
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 218 globally 10
Social Mobility Score
Rank 219 globally 13
Social Cohesion
Rank 213 globally 25
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Gender Equality
Rank 211 globally 31
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 211 globally 25
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 190 globally 28
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 162 globally 33
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 184 globally 30

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

27
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 127 globally 33
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 168 globally 24
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 162 globally 27
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 150 globally 26
Pride Culture
Rank 165 globally 19
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Disability Support Score
Rank 216 globally 13
Public Accessibility
Rank 210 globally 22
Digital Accessibility
Rank 189 globally 26
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 208 globally 25

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

55
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 151 globally 66
Secularization Score
Rank 147 globally 37
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 92 globally 40
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 153 globally 60

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 61 globally 78
Fertility Rate
Rank 89 globally 75
Population Growth
Rank 72 globally 50
Net Migration Rate
Rank 176 globally 37
Urbanization Rate
Rank 130 globally 51
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 200 globally 42
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 136 globally 19