Country profile

Italy: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Italy 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 strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health, while Food & Culinary Culture, Attractions & Activities and Beaches, Nature & Relaxation stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Housing & Utilities and Natural Hazards.

Overall rating 70.31 points
Global rank Rank 38 globally
Continental rank Rank 31 in Europe

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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 Italy

Why is Italy 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 Italy?

Food & Culinary Culture, Attractions & Activities and Beaches, Nature & Relaxation show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Housing & Utilities and Natural Hazards.

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

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 Italy 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

Italy is especially useful to compare with France, 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Italy vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 10 points better on Costs than Italy.
  • Italy vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 9 points better on Costs than Italy.
  • Italy vs. France
    France performs about 9 points better on Society & Participation than Italy.
  • Italy vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 12 points better on Society & Participation than Italy.
  • Italy vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 18 points better on Society & Participation than Italy.

Frequently asked questions: Italy

Italy: what does Nomadino say about moving there?

It depends on the goal: Nomadino currently shows a strong profile for Italy. The most relevant areas are Travel & Vacation and Health; Costs and Finance & Taxes deserve closer checking.

Italy: what is the cost profile?

The Costs category currently stands at 50 out of 100 points. High values mean lower or more manageable everyday cost conditions. The details are linked in the cost ranking.

Italy: what is the safety profile?

The Safety & Risk category currently stands at 71 out of 100 points. High values mean a more favorable safety and risk profile. The individual topics are linked in the safety ranking.

All ratings and indicators for Italy

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

70
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Homicide Rate
Rank 22 globally 96
Petty Crime Index
Rank 106 globally 58
Women's Safety
Rank 62 globally 69
Organized Crime
Rank 146 globally 47
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 91 globally 82
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
88
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 104 globally 92
Political Violence
Rank 95 globally 82
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 78 globally 90
Terrorism Risk
Rank 170 globally 90

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

46
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Flood Risk
Rank 183 globally 36
Storm Risk
Rank 113 globally 74
Earthquake Risk
Rank 200 globally 28
Drought Risk
Rank 142 globally 58
Wildfire Risk
Rank 120 globally 48
Landslide Risk
Rank 182 globally 36
Tsunami Risk
Rank 178 globally 41
Volcano Risk
Rank 214 globally 28

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

79
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State Surveillance
Rank 55 globally 76
Internet Censorship
Rank 58 globally 81
Internet Freedom
Rank 59 globally 76
Data Protection Laws
Rank 15 globally 90
VPN Access
Rank 58 globally 84
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 87 globally 65
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Rule of Law
Rank 75 globally 63
Property Rights Security
Rank 74 globally 66
Corruption Perception
Rank 88 globally 56
Police Effectiveness
Rank 80 globally 68
Expropriation Risk
Rank 64 globally 70
Extradition Risk
Rank 202 globally 32

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

68
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Political Stability
Rank 85 globally 70
Economic Resilience
Rank 58 globally 67
Government Efficiency
Rank 79 globally 66
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 44 globally 69
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

76
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 30 globally 77
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 45 globally 80
Emergency Care
Rank 38 globally 75
Medicine Access
Rank 46 globally 76
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 40 globally 75
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 15 globally 79
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 102 globally 72
Doctor Density
Rank 27 globally 80
Hospital Beds
Rank 76 globally 49
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 174 globally 37
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 73 globally 64

Environmental Health

6 indicators

78
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 87 globally 79
Noise Pollution
Rank 156 globally 47
UV Radiation
Rank 30 globally 67
Tap Water Safety
Rank 51 globally 97
Sanitation
Rank 91 globally 81
Waste Management
Rank 34 globally 80
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Life Expectancy
Rank 9 globally 97
Infectious Diseases
Rank 37 globally 87
Obesity Rate
Rank 53 globally 83
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 16 globally 81
Mental Health
Rank 27 globally 74
Suicide Rate
Rank 52 globally 74
Maternal Mortality
Rank 28 globally 97
Vaccination Rate
Rank 78 globally 93
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 163 globally 54
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 203 globally 63
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

48
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 205 globally 54
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 191 globally 31
Social Security Burden
Rank 213 globally 42
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 213 globally 30
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 201 globally 45
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 204 globally 45
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 177 globally 91
Territorial Tax System
Rank 79 globally 49
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 152 globally 57
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 6 globally 93
74
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 34 globally 72
Capital Market Depth
Rank 33 globally 75
Business Credit Access
Rank 45 globally 74
Investor Protection
Rank 66 globally 67
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 20 globally 78
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 22 globally 81
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 53 globally 71
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 40 globally 76

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

69
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 46 globally 61
Banking Stability
Rank 91 globally 77
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 30 globally 89
Fintech Development
Rank 52 globally 92
ATM Availability
Rank 31 globally 91
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 189 globally 33
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 195 globally 50

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

53
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 70 globally 41
Crypto Regulation
Rank 43 globally 75
Legal Status
Rank 18 globally 84
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 46 globally 29
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 180 globally 41
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 56 globally 25

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

68
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 154 globally 60
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 144 globally 55
54
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 103 globally 40
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 144 globally 55
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 15 globally 71
Days to Register a Company
Rank 111 globally 54

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

72
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 33 globally 83
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 9 globally 99
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 220 globally 12
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 196 globally 62
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 66 globally 65
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 24 globally 98
Central Bank Independence
Rank 26 globally 83
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 122 globally 60
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 83 globally 80
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 45 globally 70
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 48 globally 63
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 134 globally 70
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 9 globally 96
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 61 globally 77
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 32 globally 80
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

32
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 186 globally 26
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 173 globally 44
Electricity Cost
Rank 226 globally 13
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 223 globally 22
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 189 globally 79

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

25
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 159 globally 33
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 194 globally 19
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 204 globally 18
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 219 globally 17
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 213 globally 20
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 197 globally 21
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 75 globally 77

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

59
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 180 globally 37
Burger Menu Price
Rank 190 globally 45
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 135 globally 70
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 134 globally 70
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 113 globally 86
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 124 globally 80
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 153 globally 58
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 69 globally 78
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 162 globally 56

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

53
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Transit Cost
Rank 199 globally 53
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 217 globally 26
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 162 globally 75
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 206 globally 60
Car Purchase Index
Rank 44 globally 44
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 200 globally 63
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 201 globally 67
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Internet Cost
Rank 69 globally 74
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 65 globally 78
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 76 globally 87
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 76 globally 92
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 125 globally 61

Personal Services

4 indicators

55
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Haircut Cost
Rank 164 globally 57
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 199 globally 48
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 163 globally 61
Local Services Cost
Rank 167 globally 53
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74
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Logistics Performance
Rank 27 globally 70
Rail Network Density
Rank 19 globally 82
Airport Connectivity
Rank 23 globally 80
Port Connectivity
Rank 15 globally 62
66
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Road Quality
Rank 45 globally 73
Traffic Congestion
Rank 197 globally 34
Road Density
Rank 38 globally 73
Traffic Deaths
Rank 50 globally 87
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 29 globally 63

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

83
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Power Outages
Rank 19 globally 98
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 31 globally 80
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 93 globally 44
CO2 Intensity
Rank 44 globally 66
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 191 globally 99
74
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Broadband Speed
Rank 47 globally 76
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 53 globally 80
Mobile Speed
Rank 55 globally 75
5G Coverage
Rank 41 globally 55

Public Transport

4 indicators

71
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Transit Coverage
Rank 24 globally 78
Transit Punctuality
Rank 42 globally 72
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 22 globally 55
Walkability Score
Rank 18 globally 75
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

62
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 36 globally 72
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 81 globally 67
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 67 globally 64
Burnout Risk
Rank 87 globally 58
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

75
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 97 globally 64
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 61 globally 86
Rainy Days
Rank 67 globally 72
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 138 globally 89
Seasonal Variation
Rank 169 globally 60

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

71
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Beach Quality
Rank 51 globally 80
Mountain Access
Rank 21 globally 79
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 83 globally 72
Biodiversity Index
Rank 96 globally 65
Forest Cover
Rank 108 globally 44

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

84
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 14 globally 87
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 47 globally 75
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 4 globally 95
Recovery Time
Rank 48 globally 78

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

89
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 10 globally 94
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 1 globally 100
Music & Nightlife
Rank 5 globally 82
Cinema Density
Rank 9 globally 86
Cultural Freedom
Rank 34 globally 80
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 6 globally 94
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 1 globally 100
Restaurant Density
Rank 1 globally 100
Street Food Scene
Rank 15 globally 83
Local Market Quality
Rank 1 globally 100
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Freshness
Rank 2 globally 99
Local Authenticity
Rank 1 globally 100

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

62
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 195 globally 64
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 41 globally 56
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 53
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 71
Child Safety Score
Rank 43 globally 78
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 51 globally 35
Playground Density
Rank 32 globally 78

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

63
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 15 globally 88
Veterinary Quality
Rank 24 globally 85
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 182 globally 35
Pet Food Prices
Rank 176 globally 40
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 32 globally 72
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 105 globally 50
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 36 globally 72
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73
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 47 globally 81
E-Government
Rank 50 globally 86
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 81 globally 69
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 47 globally 79
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 31 globally 78
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 23 globally 92
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 86 globally 71
Border Openness
Rank 28 globally 92
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 37 globally 82
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 158 globally 84
74
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 31 globally 69
Remote Work Legality
Rank 62 globally 68
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 91 globally 69
Remote Job Market
Rank 44 globally 78
Coworking Density
Rank 15 globally 87
Nomad Community
Rank 19 globally 79
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 44 globally 78
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 40 globally 82
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 52 globally 78
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 86 globally 66
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 82
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 45 globally 79
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 56 globally 80
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 44 globally 84
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 38 globally 77
Residence Status Stability
Rank 55 globally 78
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 40 globally 82
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 5 globally 96
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 1 globally 100
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

63
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 122 globally 47
Local Language Barrier
Rank 112 globally 58
Integration Ease
Rank 70 globally 72
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 28 globally 83
Expat Community Size
Rank 61 globally 51
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 31 globally 83
International Schools
Rank 45 globally 56
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 65 globally 72
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 60 globally 70
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 57 globally 73
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 61 globally 69
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 74 globally 69
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 45 globally 63
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 46 globally 73
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 66 globally 70
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 45 globally 76
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 17 globally 90
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 42 globally 81
Accommodation Availability
Rank 3 globally 95
Booking & Transparency
Rank 47 globally 80

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

86
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 18 globally 86
Digital Travel Services
Rank 38 globally 85
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 38 globally 88
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 38 globally 83
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 2 globally 98
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 20 globally 90
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 6 globally 90
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 2 globally 97
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 18 globally 92
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 3 globally 96
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 43 globally 81

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

55
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Hotel Cost
Rank 190 globally 58
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 186 globally 62
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 198 globally 49
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 188 globally 60
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 219 globally 40
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 192 globally 79
Off-Season Usability
Rank 11 globally 90
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 27 globally 84
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 200 globally 75
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

79
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Press Freedom
Rank 44 globally 74
Democracy Index
Rank 63 globally 77
Personal Freedom
Rank 45 globally 80
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 36 globally 82

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

77
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 42 globally 67
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 43 globally 65
Education Expenditure
Rank 117 globally 68
School Life Expectancy
Rank 20 globally 85
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 21 globally 83
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 2 globally 97
Gini Index
Rank 62 globally 69
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 51 globally 65
Housing Support Score
Rank 18 globally 75
Social Mobility Score
Rank 41 globally 64
Social Cohesion
Rank 48 globally 73
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Gender Equality
Rank 65 globally 70
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 59 globally 71
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 61 globally 71
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 60 globally 73
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 59 globally 73

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

71
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 62 globally 72
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 58 globally 68
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 52 globally 75
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 62 globally 67
Pride Culture
Rank 52 globally 72
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Disability Support Score
Rank 30 globally 80
Public Accessibility
Rank 38 globally 72
Digital Accessibility
Rank 38 globally 77
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 35 globally 78

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

72
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 34 globally 87
Secularization Score
Rank 31 globally 63
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 103 globally 38
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 26 globally 78

Demography

10 indicators

49
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Median Age
Rank 227 globally 20
Fertility Rate
Rank 205 globally 28
Population Growth
Rank 203 globally 16
Net Migration Rate
Rank 43 globally 63
Urbanization Rate
Rank 90 globally 67
Foreign Population Share
Rank 82 globally 54
Population Density
Rank 157 globally 50
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 14 globally 73
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 158 globally 87
Single-Person Households
Rank 22 globally 72