Country profile

Israel: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Israel 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 solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health, while Season & Travel Comfort, Health Risks & Public Health and Education & Knowledge stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Conflicts & Political Security and Dining & Going Out.

Overall rating 62.05 points
Global rank Rank 89 globally
Continental rank Rank 15 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 Israel

Why is Israel 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 Israel?

Season & Travel Comfort, Health Risks & Public Health and Education & Knowledge show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Conflicts & Political Security and Dining & Going Out.

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

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 Israel 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

Israel 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 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 safety, stability and risk exposure still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Israel

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

58
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Homicide Rate
Rank 78 globally 92
Petty Crime Index
Rank 182 globally 39
Women's Safety
Rank 205 globally 34
Organized Crime
Rank 106 globally 52
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 154 globally 67
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 223 globally 13
Political Violence
Rank 211 globally 18
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 223 globally 22
Terrorism Risk
Rank 220 globally 32

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

62
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Flood Risk
Rank 45 globally 65
Storm Risk
Rank 37 globally 93
Earthquake Risk
Rank 161 globally 50
Drought Risk
Rank 200 globally 26
Wildfire Risk
Rank 90 globally 54
Landslide Risk
Rank 84 globally 60
Tsunami Risk
Rank 126 globally 56
Volcano Risk
Rank 138 globally 90

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

63
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State Surveillance
Rank 140 globally 56
Internet Censorship
Rank 133 globally 61
Internet Freedom
Rank 112 globally 64
Data Protection Laws
Rank 56 globally 78
VPN Access
Rank 126 globally 69
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 100 globally 61
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Rule of Law
Rank 159 globally 42
Property Rights Security
Rank 109 globally 55
Corruption Perception
Rank 64 globally 63
Police Effectiveness
Rank 186 globally 40
Expropriation Risk
Rank 203 globally 20
Extradition Risk
Rank 136 globally 42

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

52
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Political Stability
Rank 195 globally 38
Economic Resilience
Rank 151 globally 55
Government Efficiency
Rank 106 globally 58
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 92 globally 61
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

72
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 46 globally 72
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 50 globally 79
Emergency Care
Rank 34 globally 76
Medicine Access
Rank 149 globally 58
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 85 globally 67
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 63 globally 72
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 97 globally 74
Doctor Density
Rank 37 globally 77
Hospital Beds
Rank 76 globally 49
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 22 globally 99
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 189 globally 32
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 23 globally 80

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 117 globally 70
Noise Pollution
Rank 163 globally 43
UV Radiation
Rank 81 globally 39
Tap Water Safety
Rank 1 globally 100
Sanitation
Rank 17 globally 98
Waste Management
Rank 78 globally 58
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Life Expectancy
Rank 15 globally 95
Infectious Diseases
Rank 13 globally 90
Obesity Rate
Rank 108 globally 72
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 23 globally 78
Mental Health
Rank 151 globally 58
Suicide Rate
Rank 47 globally 76
Maternal Mortality
Rank 1 globally 100
Vaccination Rate
Rank 27 globally 97
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 86 globally 69
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 145 globally 74
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

51
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 209 globally 51
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 217 globally 19
Social Security Burden
Rank 119 globally 72
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 194 globally 47
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 196 globally 51
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 79 globally 49
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 148 globally 58
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 54 globally 71
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 5 globally 81
Capital Market Depth
Rank 8 globally 82
Business Credit Access
Rank 45 globally 74
Investor Protection
Rank 116 globally 52
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 57 globally 68
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 5 globally 88
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 40 globally 73
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 29 globally 79

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

71
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 39 globally 66
Banking Stability
Rank 43 globally 82
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 14 globally 91
Fintech Development
Rank 55 globally 91
ATM Availability
Rank 11 globally 97
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 175 globally 36
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 213 globally 30

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

51
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 61 globally 43
Crypto Regulation
Rank 49 globally 70
Legal Status
Rank 51 globally 68
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 46 globally 29
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 182 globally 40
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 19 globally 40

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

50
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 222 globally 20
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 199 globally 32
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 98 globally 43
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 77 globally 77
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 108 globally 57
Days to Register a Company
Rank 122 globally 52

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

78
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 39 globally 81
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 89 globally 90
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 136 globally 54
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 188 globally 64
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 44 globally 69
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 4 globally 99
Central Bank Independence
Rank 29 globally 82
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 7 globally 94
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 62 globally 84
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 18 globally 86
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 37 globally 73
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 63 globally 87
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 152 globally 70
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 50 globally 81
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 29 globally 82
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

41
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 222 globally 14
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 212 globally 32
Electricity Cost
Rank 112 globally 68
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 189 globally 64
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 206 globally 68

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

13
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 221 globally 8
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 224 globally 5
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 223 globally 8
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 224 globally 10
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 225 globally 10
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 194 globally 26
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 213 globally 16

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

33
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 197 globally 32
Burger Menu Price
Rank 207 globally 32
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 218 globally 20
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 194 globally 36
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 187 globally 52
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 193 globally 46
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 195 globally 27
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 202 globally 25
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 208 globally 24

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

47
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Transit Cost
Rank 199 globally 53
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 197 globally 38
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 219 globally 45
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 221 globally 43
Car Purchase Index
Rank 41 globally 47
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 202 globally 59
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 218 globally 48
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Internet Cost
Rank 108 globally 60
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 104 globally 81
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 109 globally 88
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 180 globally 46

Personal Services

4 indicators

42
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Haircut Cost
Rank 211 globally 36
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 205 globally 44
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 184 globally 53
Local Services Cost
Rank 208 globally 34
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67
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Logistics Performance
Rank 22 globally 74
Rail Network Density
Rank 39 globally 63
Airport Connectivity
Rank 27 globally 77
Port Connectivity
Rank 39 globally 42
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Road Quality
Rank 32 globally 80
Traffic Congestion
Rank 197 globally 34
Road Density
Rank 66 globally 68
Traffic Deaths
Rank 16 globally 92
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 34 globally 58

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

72
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Power Outages
Rank 6 globally 99
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 81 globally 60
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 181 globally 12
CO2 Intensity
Rank 116 globally 41
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 29 globally 85
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 66 globally 73
Mobile Speed
Rank 27 globally 81
5G Coverage
Rank 15 globally 80

Public Transport

4 indicators

66
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Transit Coverage
Rank 28 globally 75
Transit Punctuality
Rank 42 globally 72
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 39 globally 42
Walkability Score
Rank 29 globally 70
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

56
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 111 globally 55
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 194 globally 40
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 13 globally 73
Burnout Risk
Rank 97 globally 55
Public Holidays
Rank 42 globally 56

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 97 globally 64
Sunshine Hours
Rank 25 globally 97
Humidity Comfort
Rank 24 globally 96
Rainy Days
Rank 26 globally 85
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 195 globally 72
Seasonal Variation
Rank 149 globally 65

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

56
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Beach Quality
Rank 64 globally 73
Mountain Access
Rank 140 globally 30
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 52 globally 92
Biodiversity Index
Rank 157 globally 53
Forest Cover
Rank 189 globally 9

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

73
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 21 globally 80
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 79 globally 67
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 24 globally 79
Recovery Time
Rank 113 globally 68

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

68
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 25 globally 80
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 34 globally 45
Music & Nightlife
Rank 26 globally 68
Cinema Density
Rank 22 globally 73
Cultural Freedom
Rank 46 globally 72
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 51 globally 75
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 26 globally 63
Restaurant Density
Rank 30 globally 73
Street Food Scene
Rank 23 globally 64
Local Market Quality
Rank 26 globally 71
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 29 globally 65
Local Freshness
Rank 24 globally 76
Local Authenticity
Rank 24 globally 60

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

68
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 215 globally 34
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 45 globally 50
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 11 globally 76
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 49 globally 86
Child Safety Score
Rank 33 globally 80
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 2 globally 70
Playground Density
Rank 32 globally 78

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

55
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 89 globally 55
Veterinary Quality
Rank 16 globally 88
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 194 globally 30
Pet Food Prices
Rank 197 globally 35
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 39 globally 70
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 132 globally 45
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 70 globally 65
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 93 globally 74
E-Government
Rank 27 globally 89
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 98 globally 65
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 80 globally 71
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 36 globally 74
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 48 globally 80
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 86 globally 71
Border Openness
Rank 121 globally 63
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 46 globally 77
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 203 globally 60
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 115 globally 40
Remote Work Legality
Rank 88 globally 60
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 97 globally 68
Remote Job Market
Rank 33 globally 82
Coworking Density
Rank 34 globally 73
Nomad Community
Rank 39 globally 67
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 31 globally 86
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 93 globally 67
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 96 globally 68
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 89 globally 65
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 97 globally 63
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 73 globally 72
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 64 globally 79
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 98 globally 70
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 61 globally 74
Residence Status Stability
Rank 111 globally 63
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 90 globally 67
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 77 globally 85
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 32 globally 95
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

59
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 105 globally 55
Local Language Barrier
Rank 112 globally 58
Integration Ease
Rank 98 globally 67
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 98 globally 64
Expat Community Size
Rank 47 globally 55
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 133 globally 59
International Schools
Rank 57 globally 53
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 77 globally 70
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 71 globally 63
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 78 globally 66
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 73 globally 62
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 93 globally 63
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 88 globally 52
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 66 globally 70
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 79 globally 67
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 60 globally 74
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 27 globally 84
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 56 globally 76
Accommodation Availability
Rank 21 globally 82
Booking & Transparency
Rank 66 globally 76

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

83
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 33 globally 79
Digital Travel Services
Rank 35 globally 86
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 38 globally 88
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 61 globally 77
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 28 globally 72
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 35 globally 83
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 60 globally 74
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 34 globally 76
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 45 globally 84
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 21 globally 85
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 96 globally 67

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

59
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Hotel Cost
Rank 189 globally 59
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 183 globally 63
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 200 globally 48
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 205 globally 52
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 106 globally 78
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 25 globally 93
Off-Season Usability
Rank 30 globally 84
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 36 globally 81
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 131 globally 82
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

76
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Press Freedom
Rank 63 globally 70
Democracy Index
Rank 55 globally 78
Personal Freedom
Rank 58 globally 79
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 87 globally 73

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

83
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 39 globally 68
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 35 globally 68
Education Expenditure
Rank 36 globally 98
School Life Expectancy
Rank 31 globally 83
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 30 globally 75
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 48 globally 57
Gini Index
Rank 119 globally 60
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 28 globally 78
Housing Support Score
Rank 48 globally 58
Social Mobility Score
Rank 33 globally 68
Social Cohesion
Rank 97 globally 58
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Gender Equality
Rank 112 globally 59
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 136 globally 51
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 77 globally 60
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 83 globally 58
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 91 globally 57

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

57
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 60 globally 73
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 71 globally 60
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 96 globally 50
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 75 globally 54
Pride Culture
Rank 110 globally 33
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Disability Support Score
Rank 125 globally 45
Public Accessibility
Rank 145 globally 42
Digital Accessibility
Rank 122 globally 48
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 150 globally 45

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

61
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 139 globally 70
Secularization Score
Rank 78 globally 50
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 63 globally 45
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 126 globally 65

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 109 globally 63
Fertility Rate
Rank 85 globally 79
Population Growth
Rank 55 globally 56
Net Migration Rate
Rank 50 globally 60
Urbanization Rate
Rank 24 globally 92
Foreign Population Share
Rank 49 globally 75
Population Density
Rank 200 globally 42
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 73 globally 42