Country profile

Iraq: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Iraq 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 Vacation Costs, Personal Services and Mobility Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Religion & Worldviews.

Overall rating 45.01 points
Global rank Rank 202 globally
Continental rank Rank 42 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 Iraq

Why is Iraq 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 Iraq?

Vacation Costs, Personal Services and Mobility Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Religion & Worldviews.

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

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 Iraq 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

Under the top-three rules, no explicit strength is currently shown.

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Iraq 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; residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Iraq vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 60 points better on Relocation & Residency than Iraq.
  • Iraq vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 58 points better on Relocation & Residency than Iraq.
  • Iraq vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 58 points better on Relocation & Residency than Iraq.
  • Iraq vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 63 points better on Relocation & Residency than Iraq.
  • Iraq vs. United States
    United States performs about 55 points better on Relocation & Residency than Iraq.

All ratings and indicators for Iraq

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

48
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Homicide Rate
Rank 181 globally 75
Petty Crime Index
Rank 208 globally 32
Women's Safety
Rank 209 globally 31
Organized Crime
Rank 216 globally 31
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 219 globally 26
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 197 globally 54
Political Violence
Rank 198 globally 41
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 200 globally 49
Terrorism Risk
Rank 214 globally 42

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

53
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Flood Risk
Rank 218 globally 22
Storm Risk
Rank 43 globally 92
Earthquake Risk
Rank 147 globally 59
Drought Risk
Rank 211 globally 20
Wildfire Risk
Rank 179 globally 29
Landslide Risk
Rank 124 globally 50
Tsunami Risk
Rank 55 globally 88
Volcano Risk
Rank 105 globally 98

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

27
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State Surveillance
Rank 199 globally 26
Internet Censorship
Rank 198 globally 28
Internet Freedom
Rank 202 globally 28
Data Protection Laws
Rank 214 globally 21
VPN Access
Rank 199 globally 32
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 211 globally 40
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Rule of Law
Rank 210 globally 23
Property Rights Security
Rank 209 globally 20
Corruption Perception
Rank 192 globally 24
Police Effectiveness
Rank 208 globally 28
Expropriation Risk
Rank 206 globally 19
Extradition Risk
Rank 116 globally 44

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

35
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Political Stability
Rank 210 globally 20
Economic Resilience
Rank 145 globally 56
Government Efficiency
Rank 209 globally 29
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 190 globally 33
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 162 globally 49
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 182 globally 49
Emergency Care
Rank 170 globally 43
Medicine Access
Rank 186 globally 45
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 177 globally 43
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 175 globally 48
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 202 globally 33
Doctor Density
Rank 147 globally 33
Hospital Beds
Rank 173 globally 21
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 150 globally 83
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 174 globally 33

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 199 globally 26
Noise Pollution
Rank 216 globally 30
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 156 globally 66
Sanitation
Rank 134 globally 58
Waste Management
Rank 148 globally 26
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Life Expectancy
Rank 139 globally 64
Infectious Diseases
Rank 116 globally 74
Obesity Rate
Rank 205 globally 51
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 158 globally 32
Mental Health
Rank 151 globally 58
Suicide Rate
Rank 36 globally 80
Maternal Mortality
Rank 141 globally 52
Vaccination Rate
Rank 112 globally 89
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 51 globally 79
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 92 globally 79
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 127 globally 83
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 42 globally 82
Social Security Burden
Rank 109 globally 74
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 143 globally 68
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 137 globally 68
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 173 globally 93
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 191 globally 44
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 100 globally 30
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 153 globally 60
Capital Market Depth
Rank 117 globally 62
Business Credit Access
Rank 178 globally 46
Investor Protection
Rank 211 globally 21
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 209 globally 27
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 178 globally 62
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 149 globally 45
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 177 globally 40

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

54
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 187 globally 22
Banking Stability
Rank 91 globally 77
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 207 globally 60
Fintech Development
Rank 169 globally 37
ATM Availability
Rank 170 globally 47
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

21
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 194 globally 15
Crypto Regulation
Rank 211 globally 21
Legal Status
Rank 214 globally 19
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 100 globally 70
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 204 globally 4

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

36
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 199 globally 10
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 185 globally 38
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 144 globally 55
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 33 globally 63
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 111 globally 64
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 69 globally 61
Days to Register a Company
Rank 186 globally 36

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

49
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 138 globally 54
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 207 globally 30
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 100 globally 62
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 220 globally 47
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 208 globally 40
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 227 globally 28
Central Bank Independence
Rank 201 globally 43
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 17 globally 88
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 62 globally 84
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 128 globally 34
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 111 globally 37
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 207 globally 33
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 87 globally 75
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 67 globally 75
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 106 globally 41
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 56 globally 58
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 74 globally 67
Electricity Cost
Rank 3 globally 99
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 144 globally 92
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 51 globally 98

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

75
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 84 globally 56
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 80 globally 76
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 73 globally 73
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 68 globally 79
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 144 globally 50
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 37 globally 92
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 75 globally 77

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 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 194 globally 36
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 205 globally 36
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 81 globally 86
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 57 globally 90
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 18 globally 88
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 86 globally 86
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 76 globally 95
Car Purchase Index
Rank 130 globally 5
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 126 globally 93
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 74 globally 70
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 90 globally 73
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 76 globally 87
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 81 globally 91
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 121 globally 62

Personal Services

4 indicators

86
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Haircut Cost
Rank 71 globally 88
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 60 globally 94
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 126 globally 73
Local Services Cost
Rank 73 globally 87
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
24
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 88 globally 23
Airport Connectivity
Rank 114 globally 39
Port Connectivity
Rank 92 globally 22
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Road Quality
Rank 155 globally 36
Traffic Congestion
Rank 215 globally 28
Road Density
Rank 166 globally 49
Traffic Deaths
Rank 175 globally 47
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 203 globally 21
Electrification Rate
Rank 154 globally 98
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 14 globally 90
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 168 globally 31
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 108 globally 44
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 113 globally 10

Public Transport

4 indicators

36
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Transit Coverage
Rank 112 globally 42
Transit Punctuality
Rank 172 globally 45
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 150 globally 45
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

52
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 93 globally 56
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 81 globally 67
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 181 globally 47
Burnout Risk
Rank 181 globally 38
Public Holidays
Rank 63 globally 52

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

61
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 213 globally 26
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 92 globally 74
Rainy Days
Rank 12 globally 92
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 218 globally 28
Seasonal Variation
Rank 204 globally 50

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

23
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Beach Quality
Rank 185 globally 20
Mountain Access
Rank 126 globally 35
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 217 globally 5
Biodiversity Index
Rank 205 globally 40
Forest Cover
Rank 200 globally 3

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 134 globally 33
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 218 globally 23
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 164 globally 26
Recovery Time
Rank 135 globally 65

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 26 globally 52
Music & Nightlife
Rank 184 globally 25
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 215 globally 15
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 51 globally 75
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 109 globally 40
Restaurant Density
Rank 114 globally 44
Street Food Scene
Rank 99 globally 43
Local Market Quality
Rank 119 globally 46
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 119 globally 38
Local Freshness
Rank 127 globally 47
Local Authenticity
Rank 95 globally 41

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 85 globally 95
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 152 globally 64
Child Safety Score
Rank 188 globally 38
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 165 globally 30

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 211 globally 20
Veterinary Quality
Rank 156 globally 35
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 89 globally 65
Pet Food Prices
Rank 100 globally 60
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 212 globally 30
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 217 globally 18
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 214 globally 23
E-Government
Rank 181 globally 45
Visa Processing Time
Rank 208 globally 25
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 209 globally 33
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 198 globally 35
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 197 globally 20
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 175 globally 43
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 211 globally 15
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 202 globally 19
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 217 globally 0
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 218 globally 8
Remote Work Legality
Rank 212 globally 31
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 181 globally 48
Remote Job Market
Rank 183 globally 42
Coworking Density
Rank 161 globally 29
Nomad Community
Rank 197 globally 16
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 146 globally 43
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 208 globally 25
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 208 globally 29
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 189 globally 44
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 31
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 195 globally 33
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 41
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 208 globally 23
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 204 globally 29
Residence Status Stability
Rank 210 globally 27
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 211 globally 25
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 227 globally 4
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 225 globally 9
Local Language Barrier
Rank 224 globally 11
Integration Ease
Rank 217 globally 37
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 216 globally 32
Expat Community Size
Rank 190 globally 24
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 217 globally 30
International Schools
Rank 204 globally 27
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 217 globally 22
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 211 globally 16
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 213 globally 18
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 210 globally 16
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 213 globally 21
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 209 globally 20
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 206 globally 29
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 203 globally 26
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 37
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 155 globally 44
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 189 globally 35
Accommodation Availability
Rank 154 globally 39
Booking & Transparency
Rank 193 globally 35

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 170 globally 34
Digital Travel Services
Rank 165 globally 45
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 185 globally 46
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 211 globally 30
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 133 globally 41
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 199 globally 36
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 218 globally 32
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 179 globally 36
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 193 globally 33
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 203 globally 34
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 223 globally 27

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

91
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Hotel Cost
Rank 57 globally 92
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 57 globally 93
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 59 globally 91
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 121 globally 84
Off-Season Usability
Rank 172 globally 60
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 160 globally 57
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 198 globally 26
Democracy Index
Rank 167 globally 37
Personal Freedom
Rank 192 globally 45
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 170 globally 28

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 167 globally 86
PISA Score
Rank 159 globally 23
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 147 globally 28
Education Expenditure
Rank 1 globally 100
School Life Expectancy
Rank 167 globally 60
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 127 globally 27
Gini Index
Rank 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 126 globally 30
Housing Support Score
Rank 159 globally 27
Social Mobility Score
Rank 165 globally 31
Social Cohesion
Rank 202 globally 32
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Gender Equality
Rank 215 globally 28
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 211 globally 25
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 214 globally 18
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 212 globally 15
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 213 globally 17

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

12
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 173 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 206 globally 13
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 206 globally 13
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 203 globally 13
Pride Culture
Rank 200 globally 10
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Disability Support Score
Rank 187 globally 26
Public Accessibility
Rank 203 globally 24
Digital Accessibility
Rank 202 globally 23
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 188 globally 32

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

13
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 219 globally 13
Secularization Score
Rank 216 globally 9
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 197 globally 18
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 217 globally 12

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 41 globally 85
Fertility Rate
Rank 136 globally 60
Population Growth
Rank 42 globally 66
Net Migration Rate
Rank 155 globally 40
Urbanization Rate
Rank 94 globally 66
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 113 globally 59
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 191 globally 40
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 210 globally 83
Single-Person Households
Rank 188 globally 12