Country profile

Honduras: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Honduras 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 mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Dining & Going Out, Personal Services and Food & Basic Goods stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and LGBTQ+ Friendliness.

Overall rating 54.14 points
Global rank Rank 158 globally
Continental rank Rank 40 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 Honduras

Why is Honduras 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 Honduras?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

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

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

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 Honduras 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

Honduras 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; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Honduras

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

37
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Homicide Rate
Rank 217 globally 46
Petty Crime Index
Rank 219 globally 28
Women's Safety
Rank 207 globally 33
Organized Crime
Rank 205 globally 34
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 202 globally 42
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 161 globally 78
Political Violence
Rank 165 globally 68
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 149 globally 80
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

45
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Flood Risk
Rank 145 globally 42
Storm Risk
Rank 150 globally 64
Earthquake Risk
Rank 203 globally 26
Drought Risk
Rank 106 globally 65
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 213 globally 26
Tsunami Risk
Rank 201 globally 25
Volcano Risk
Rank 163 globally 83

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

55
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State Surveillance
Rank 138 globally 57
Internet Censorship
Rank 133 globally 61
Internet Freedom
Rank 150 globally 54
Data Protection Laws
Rank 143 globally 42
VPN Access
Rank 133 globally 66
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 178 globally 49
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Rule of Law
Rank 175 globally 39
Property Rights Security
Rank 163 globally 42
Corruption Perception
Rank 199 globally 23
Police Effectiveness
Rank 198 globally 32
Expropriation Risk
Rank 184 globally 28
Extradition Risk
Rank 78 globally 48

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 175 globally 47
Economic Resilience
Rank 142 globally 57
Government Efficiency
Rank 174 globally 44
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 143 globally 51
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 151 globally 52
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 178 globally 51
Emergency Care
Rank 161 globally 46
Medicine Access
Rank 176 globally 49
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 160 globally 48
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 142 globally 61
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 199 globally 34
Doctor Density
Rank 173 globally 18
Hospital Beds
Rank 209 globally 11
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 159 globally 79
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 170 globally 35

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 130 globally 66
Noise Pollution
Rank 157 globally 45
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 146 globally 70
Sanitation
Rank 148 globally 52
Waste Management
Rank 176 globally 18
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Life Expectancy
Rank 131 globally 66
Infectious Diseases
Rank 147 globally 66
Obesity Rate
Rank 171 globally 61
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 130 globally 42
Mental Health
Rank 158 globally 57
Suicide Rate
Rank 35 globally 81
Maternal Mortality
Rank 127 globally 58
Vaccination Rate
Rank 183 globally 77
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 54 globally 77
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 49 globally 85
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

76
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 46 globally 92
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 90 globally 79
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 99 globally 53
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 112 globally 79
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 141 globally 60
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 169 globally 8
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 132 globally 62
Capital Market Depth
Rank 149 globally 57
Business Credit Access
Rank 149 globally 54
Investor Protection
Rank 166 globally 40
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 129 globally 51
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 127 globally 69
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 169 globally 42
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 147 globally 47

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

62
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 146 globally 33
Banking Stability
Rank 76 globally 79
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 129 globally 79
Fintech Development
Rank 152 globally 43
ATM Availability
Rank 152 globally 63
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 27 globally 55
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 79 globally 72
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

30
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 126 globally 28
Crypto Regulation
Rank 141 globally 35
Legal Status
Rank 137 globally 40
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 123 globally 14
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 157 globally 50
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 137 globally 9

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

79
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 80 globally 70
Transaction Costs
Rank 30 globally 85
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 16 globally 84
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 189 globally 35
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 215 globally 38
Days to Register a Company
Rank 129 globally 51

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

64
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 174 globally 41
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 160 globally 76
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 96 globally 64
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 88 globally 85
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 145 globally 53
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 122 globally 82
Central Bank Independence
Rank 155 globally 60
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 103 globally 63
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 154 globally 63
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 152 globally 24
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 175 globally 16
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 94 globally 79
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 17 globally 92
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 133 globally 59
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 115 globally 38
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

70
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 52 globally 60
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 70 globally 69
Electricity Cost
Rank 153 globally 56
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

84
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 36 globally 79
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 63 globally 81
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 41 globally 86
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 28 globally 88
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 36 globally 81
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 57 globally 88
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 56 globally 84

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 56 globally 96
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 48 globally 90
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 31 globally 96
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 43 globally 92
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 34 globally 95
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 43 globally 85
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 60 globally 95

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 49 globally 75
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 76 globally 95
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 98 globally 65
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 90 globally 73
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 114 globally 80
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 96 globally 89
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 48 globally 74

Personal Services

4 indicators

91
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Haircut Cost
Rank 58 globally 89
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 51 globally 95
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Local Services Cost
Rank 66 globally 88
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Logistics Performance
Rank 148 globally 18
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 125 globally 36
Port Connectivity
Rank 92 globally 22
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Road Quality
Rank 155 globally 36
Traffic Congestion
Rank 152 globally 42
Road Density
Rank 166 globally 49
Traffic Deaths
Rank 143 globally 62
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 161 globally 4

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

71
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Power Outages
Rank 148 globally 72
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 119 globally 40
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 45 globally 65
CO2 Intensity
Rank 87 globally 50
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 155 globally 38
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 160 globally 12
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

37
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Transit Coverage
Rank 126 globally 40
Transit Punctuality
Rank 157 globally 48
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 131 globally 10
Walkability Score
Rank 133 globally 48
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

42
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 208 globally 33
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 101 globally 60
Burnout Risk
Rank 173 globally 40
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

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 134 globally 61
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 62 globally 92

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

72
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Beach Quality
Rank 86 globally 69
Mountain Access
Rank 63 globally 56
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 67 globally 77
Biodiversity Index
Rank 25 globally 84
Forest Cover
Rank 38 globally 75

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

46
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 145 globally 31
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 59 globally 72
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 29
Recovery Time
Rank 218 globally 49

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

29
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 144 globally 42
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 58 globally 73
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 122 globally 36
Restaurant Density
Rank 130 globally 40
Street Food Scene
Rank 114 globally 39
Local Market Quality
Rank 131 globally 43
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 139 globally 32
Local Freshness
Rank 136 globally 46
Local Authenticity
Rank 118 globally 36

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 102 globally 94
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 105 globally 23
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 166 globally 60
Child Safety Score
Rank 169 globally 45
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 127 globally 15
Playground Density
Rank 155 globally 35

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 89 globally 55
Veterinary Quality
Rank 145 globally 40
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 59 globally 70
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 130 globally 35
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 126 globally 48
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 134 globally 45
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 146 globally 62
E-Government
Rank 151 globally 58
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 153 globally 52
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 156 globally 50
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 154 globally 34
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 159 globally 49
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 139 globally 58
Border Openness
Rank 121 globally 63
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 137 globally 51
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 13 globally 96
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 124 globally 39
Remote Work Legality
Rank 102 globally 57
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 165 globally 52
Remote Job Market
Rank 162 globally 47
Coworking Density
Rank 136 globally 35
Nomad Community
Rank 145 globally 31
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 160 globally 36
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 147 globally 53
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 151 globally 55
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 157 globally 51
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 148 globally 50
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 159 globally 47
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 130 globally 60
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 147 globally 53
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 152 globally 52
Residence Status Stability
Rank 162 globally 52
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 151 globally 50
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 104 globally 63
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 183 globally 29
Local Language Barrier
Rank 179 globally 38
Integration Ease
Rank 172 globally 54
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 154 globally 53
Expat Community Size
Rank 178 globally 26
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 156 globally 52
International Schools
Rank 165 globally 36
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 151 globally 47
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 148 globally 36
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 142 globally 43
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 143 globally 41
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 156 globally 45
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 153 globally 41
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 155 globally 47
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 155 globally 46
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 155 globally 52
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 153 globally 45
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 159 globally 45
Accommodation Availability
Rank 132 globally 45
Booking & Transparency
Rank 154 globally 49

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 139 globally 41
Digital Travel Services
Rank 152 globally 48
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 144 globally 59
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 164 globally 51
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 157 globally 36
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 150 globally 51
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 55 globally 76
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 156 globally 41
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 98 globally 69
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 120 globally 62
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 50 globally 79

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

83
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Hotel Cost
Rank 116 globally 79
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 124 globally 79
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 41 globally 92
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 59 globally 91
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 167 globally 70
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 159 globally 81
Off-Season Usability
Rank 156 globally 63
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 145 globally 60
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 150 globally 79
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 167 globally 39
Democracy Index
Rank 167 globally 37
Personal Freedom
Rank 131 globally 62
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 154 globally 40

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 162 globally 88
PISA Score
Rank 148 globally 28
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 162 globally 22
Education Expenditure
Rank 37 globally 97
School Life Expectancy
Rank 157 globally 63
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 159 globally 20
Gini Index
Rank 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 162 globally 13
Housing Support Score
Rank 168 globally 23
Social Mobility Score
Rank 176 globally 28
Social Cohesion
Rank 168 globally 43
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Gender Equality
Rank 168 globally 46
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 179 globally 40
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 149 globally 39
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 144 globally 39
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 148 globally 39

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

27
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 142 globally 19
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 145 globally 30
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 143 globally 32
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 150 globally 26
Pride Culture
Rank 150 globally 22
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Disability Support Score
Rank 161 globally 34
Public Accessibility
Rank 155 globally 40
Digital Accessibility
Rank 150 globally 42
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 146 globally 47

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

59
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 119 globally 75
Secularization Score
Rank 135 globally 40
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 125 globally 35
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 121 globally 66

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 55 globally 80
Fertility Rate
Rank 42 globally 95
Population Growth
Rank 65 globally 54
Net Migration Rate
Rank 194 globally 33
Urbanization Rate
Rank 123 globally 53
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 101 globally 60
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 6 globally 94
Single-Person Households
Rank 136 globally 19