Country profile

Kiribati: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Kiribati is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of safety, stability and risk exposure as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Costs, while Conflicts & Political Security, Vacation Costs and Taxes & Finance stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Internet & Connectivity and Food & Culinary Culture.

Overall rating 50.76 points
Global rank Rank 178 globally
Continental rank Rank 18 in Oceania

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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 Kiribati

Why is Kiribati especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by safety, stability and risk exposure as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Costs.

Which topics stand out positively for Kiribati?

Conflicts & Political Security, Vacation Costs and Taxes & Finance show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Internet & Connectivity and Food & Culinary Culture.

How important is safety-focused decisions and risk checks for Kiribati?

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 Kiribati 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

Kiribati 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 safety, stability and risk exposure as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Kiribati

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

74
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Homicide Rate
Rank 170 globally 79
Petty Crime Index
Rank 63 globally 69
Women's Safety
Rank 95 globally 61
Organized Crime
Rank 38 globally 67
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 66 globally 87
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 57 globally 85
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 65 globally 91
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

74
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Flood Risk
Rank 29 globally 81
Storm Risk
Rank 166 globally 56
Earthquake Risk
Rank 60 globally 84
Drought Risk
Rank 122 globally 62
Wildfire Risk
Rank 4 globally 95
Landslide Risk
Rank 1 globally 92
Tsunami Risk
Rank 196 globally 29
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

63
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State Surveillance
Rank 108 globally 66
Internet Censorship
Rank 109 globally 71
Internet Freedom
Rank 112 globally 64
Data Protection Laws
Rank 150 globally 39
VPN Access
Rank 122 globally 71
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 91 globally 64
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Rule of Law
Rank 136 globally 48
Property Rights Security
Rank 161 globally 43
Corruption Perception
Rank 99 globally 51
Police Effectiveness
Rank 108 globally 62
Expropriation Risk
Rank 137 globally 51
Extradition Risk
Rank 9 globally 57

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

53
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Political Stability
Rank 78 globally 71
Economic Resilience
Rank 126 globally 59
Government Efficiency
Rank 144 globally 51
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 228 globally 16
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 173 globally 45
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 118 globally 67
Emergency Care
Rank 173 globally 42
Medicine Access
Rank 133 globally 61
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 170 globally 45
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 190 globally 45
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 5 globally 96
Doctor Density
Rank 194 globally 8
Hospital Beds
Rank 139 globally 33
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 159 globally 79
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 54 globally 74
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 176 globally 32

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 63 globally 86
Noise Pollution
Rank 11 globally 78
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 221 globally 25
Sanitation
Rank 195 globally 29
Waste Management
Rank 158 globally 24
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Life Expectancy
Rank 191 globally 47
Infectious Diseases
Rank 172 globally 53
Obesity Rate
Rank 217 globally 44
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 201 globally 17
Mental Health
Rank 142 globally 59
Suicide Rate
Rank 214 globally 31
Maternal Mortality
Rank 154 globally 48
Vaccination Rate
Rank 168 globally 82
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 155 globally 56
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 217 globally 58
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 46 globally 92
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 74 globally 82
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 93 globally 70
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 189 globally 1
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 210 globally 39
Business Credit Access
Rank 211 globally 34
Investor Protection
Rank 153 globally 43
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 201 globally 34
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 141 globally 68
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 209 globally 31
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 216 globally 24

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 203 globally 20
Banking Stability
Rank 216 globally 28
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 195 globally 69
Fintech Development
Rank 216 globally 5
ATM Availability
Rank 169 globally 48
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 158 globally 40
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

24
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 214 globally 10
Crypto Regulation
Rank 203 globally 22
Legal Status
Rank 202 globally 22
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 209 globally 5
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 204 globally 4

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

49
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 213 globally 5
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 2 globally 95
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 168 globally 48
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 218 globally 13
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 165 globally 48
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 34 globally 65
Days to Register a Company
Rank 188 globally 35

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

67
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 198 globally 27
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 84 globally 91
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 21 globally 86
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 30 globally 89
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 148 globally 52
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 97 globally 89
Central Bank Independence
Rank 139 globally 62
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 11 globally 91
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 218 globally 16
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 204 globally 9
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 222 globally 5
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 175 globally 52
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 170 globally 66
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 223 globally 14
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 179 globally 16
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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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 194 globally 40
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

66
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 142 globally 40
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 97 globally 66
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 76 globally 71
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 87 globally 72
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 75 globally 70
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 83 globally 76
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 123 globally 60

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 107 globally 70
Burger Menu Price
Rank 114 globally 83
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 135 globally 70
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 121 globally 75
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 144 globally 58
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 148 globally 71

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 175 globally 46
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 133 globally 79
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 57 globally 96
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 109 globally 94
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 205 globally 29
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 194 globally 38
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 197 globally 47
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 197 globally 57
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 172 globally 48

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 121 globally 76
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 110 globally 79
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 121 globally 75
Local Services Cost
Rank 120 globally 73
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 212 globally 10
Port Connectivity
Rank 175 globally 8
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Road Quality
Rank 203 globally 22
Traffic Congestion
Rank 2 globally 90
Road Density
Rank 72 globally 67
Traffic Deaths
Rank 99 globally 78
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 162 globally 62
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 202 globally 10
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 62 globally 55
CO2 Intensity
Rank 139 globally 34
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 209 globally 15
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 212 globally 0
Mobile Speed
Rank 210 globally 25
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

23
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Transit Coverage
Rank 216 globally 12
Transit Punctuality
Rank 191 globally 42
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

54
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 93 globally 56
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 154 globally 52
Burnout Risk
Rank 82 globally 60
Public Holidays
Rank 42 globally 56

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 87 globally 65
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 194 globally 46
Rainy Days
Rank 218 globally 44
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 50 globally 97
Seasonal Variation
Rank 1 globally 100

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

45
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Beach Quality
Rank 51 globally 80
Mountain Access
Rank 218 globally 2
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 70 globally 76
Biodiversity Index
Rank 200 globally 42
Forest Cover
Rank 202 globally 2

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

32
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 198 globally 13
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 190 globally 39
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 218 globally 15
Recovery Time
Rank 120 globally 67

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 212 globally 18
Cinema Density
Rank 216 globally 0
Cultural Freedom
Rank 126 globally 52
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 220 globally 39
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 226 globally 10
Restaurant Density
Rank 224 globally 11
Street Food Scene
Rank 221 globally 10
Local Market Quality
Rank 209 globally 22
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 222 globally 9
Local Freshness
Rank 201 globally 26
Local Authenticity
Rank 224 globally 11

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 55 globally 97
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 152 globally 64
Child Safety Score
Rank 159 globally 50
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 172 globally 28

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 190 globally 20
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 117 globally 58
Pet Food Prices
Rank 133 globally 52
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 160 globally 25
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 118 globally 50
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 146 globally 62
E-Government
Rank 183 globally 44
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 156 globally 51
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 160 globally 48
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 185 globally 24
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 173 globally 44
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 153 globally 54
Border Openness
Rank 145 globally 51
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 174 globally 35
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 28 globally 94
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 142 globally 35
Remote Work Legality
Rank 180 globally 42
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 146 globally 57
Remote Job Market
Rank 201 globally 36
Coworking Density
Rank 217 globally 13
Nomad Community
Rank 210 globally 12
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 210 globally 21
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 155 globally 51
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 149 globally 56
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 157 globally 51
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 140 globally 53
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 162 globally 45
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 199 globally 42
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 140 globally 54
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 132 globally 56
Residence Status Stability
Rank 123 globally 60
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 141 globally 52
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 113 globally 59
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 57 globally 69
Local Language Barrier
Rank 93 globally 63
Integration Ease
Rank 155 globally 57
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 132 globally 57
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 117 globally 61
International Schools
Rank 196 globally 29
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 154 globally 46
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 143 globally 38
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 142 globally 43
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 139 globally 42
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 179 globally 40
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 145 globally 43
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 195 globally 33
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 180 globally 37
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 205 globally 35
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Hotel Quality
Rank 209 globally 25
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 191 globally 34
Accommodation Availability
Rank 202 globally 27
Booking & Transparency
Rank 187 globally 38

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Travel Services
Rank 210 globally 32
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 208 globally 37
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 156 globally 53
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 206 globally 26
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 183 globally 41
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 181 globally 49
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 210 globally 29
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 91 globally 70
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 148 globally 54
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 182 globally 45

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 103 globally 86
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 100 globally 87
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 106 globally 78
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 208 globally 76
Off-Season Usability
Rank 198 globally 55
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 197 globally 49
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 166 globally 78
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 121 globally 55
Democracy Index
Rank 135 globally 54
Personal Freedom
Rank 140 globally 60
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 92 globally 72

Education & Knowledge

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 181 globally 80
PISA Score
Rank 182 globally 12
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 188 globally 15
Education Expenditure
Rank 215 globally 33
School Life Expectancy
Rank 167 globally 60
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 168 globally 17
Gini Index
Rank 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 177 globally 20
Social Mobility Score
Rank 180 globally 27
Social Cohesion
Rank 139 globally 51
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Gender Equality
Rank 112 globally 59
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 109 globally 58
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 132 globally 46
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 136 globally 42
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 134 globally 45

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

26
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 154 globally 13
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 139 globally 32
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 143 globally 32
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 139 globally 30
Pride Culture
Rank 149 globally 23
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Disability Support Score
Rank 161 globally 34
Public Accessibility
Rank 155 globally 40
Digital Accessibility
Rank 162 globally 37
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 150 globally 45

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

61
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 91 globally 80
Secularization Score
Rank 131 globally 41
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 164 globally 28
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 107 globally 68

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 55 globally 80
Fertility Rate
Rank 133 globally 63
Population Growth
Rank 65 globally 54
Net Migration Rate
Rank 194 globally 33
Urbanization Rate
Rank 141 globally 48
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 145 globally 54
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14