Country profile

Kosovo: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Kosovo is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Health, while Dining & Going Out, Real Estate & Property and Personal Services stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Outdoor & Lifestyle and Bitcoin & Crypto.

Overall rating 62.11 points
Global rank Rank 88 globally
Continental rank Rank 44 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 Kosovo

Why is Kosovo especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Costs and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Kosovo?

Dining & Going Out, Real Estate & Property and Personal Services show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Outdoor & Lifestyle and Bitcoin & Crypto.

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

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 Kosovo 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

Kosovo 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 healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Kosovo

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

67
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Homicide Rate
Rank 85 globally 91
Petty Crime Index
Rank 96 globally 60
Women's Safety
Rank 103 globally 60
Organized Crime
Rank 136 globally 48
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 111 globally 78
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 170 globally 74
Political Violence
Rank 149 globally 73
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 186 globally 68
Terrorism Risk
Rank 152 globally 95

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

64
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Flood Risk
Rank 80 globally 54
Storm Risk
Rank 92 globally 78
Earthquake Risk
Rank 163 globally 48
Drought Risk
Rank 100 globally 66
Wildfire Risk
Rank 140 globally 40
Landslide Risk
Rank 107 globally 54
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 105 globally 98

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

66
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State Surveillance
Rank 101 globally 67
Internet Censorship
Rank 111 globally 70
Internet Freedom
Rank 110 globally 65
Data Protection Laws
Rank 86 globally 60
VPN Access
Rank 105 globally 74
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 122 globally 57
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Rule of Law
Rank 120 globally 51
Property Rights Security
Rank 122 globally 51
Corruption Perception
Rank 118 globally 44
Police Effectiveness
Rank 121 globally 57
Expropriation Risk
Rank 116 globally 56
Extradition Risk
Rank 24 globally 53

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

55
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Political Stability
Rank 164 globally 50
Economic Resilience
Rank 174 globally 52
Government Efficiency
Rank 125 globally 55
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 40 globally 70
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 119 globally 59
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 108 globally 68
Emergency Care
Rank 120 globally 58
Medicine Access
Rank 125 globally 63
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 116 globally 60
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 116 globally 65
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 113 globally 68
Doctor Density
Rank 141 globally 35
Hospital Beds
Rank 84 globally 47
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 141 globally 85
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 131 globally 49

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 174 globally 49
Noise Pollution
Rank 148 globally 48
UV Radiation
Rank 30 globally 67
Tap Water Safety
Rank 92 globally 90
Sanitation
Rank 97 globally 78
Waste Management
Rank 95 globally 45
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Life Expectancy
Rank 66 globally 81
Infectious Diseases
Rank 51 globally 85
Obesity Rate
Rank 71 globally 78
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 89 globally 53
Mental Health
Rank 135 globally 60
Suicide Rate
Rank 121 globally 55
Maternal Mortality
Rank 66 globally 78
Vaccination Rate
Rank 160 globally 84
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 188 globally 47
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 166 globally 70
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 97 globally 86
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 21 globally 90
Social Security Burden
Rank 50 globally 85
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
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 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 89 globally 73
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 92 globally 38
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 161 globally 59
Capital Market Depth
Rank 133 globally 59
Business Credit Access
Rank 94 globally 64
Investor Protection
Rank 107 globally 54
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 79 globally 64
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 153 globally 66
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 103 globally 59
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 107 globally 57

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

68
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 127 globally 40
Banking Stability
Rank 3 globally 88
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 129 globally 79
Fintech Development
Rank 120 globally 58
ATM Availability
Rank 114 globally 76
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 133 globally 47
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 79 globally 72
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

37
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 106 globally 31
Crypto Regulation
Rank 114 globally 43
Legal Status
Rank 125 globally 44
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 129 globally 13
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 76 globally 80
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 117 globally 10

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

88
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 43 globally 80
Transaction Costs
Rank 30 globally 85
Affordability
Rank 2 globally 95
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 3 globally 94
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 19 globally 75
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 86 globally 74
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 183 globally 48
Days to Register a Company
Rank 46 globally 67

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

74
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 124 globally 58
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 48 globally 96
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 21 globally 86
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 53 globally 87
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 109 globally 59
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 55 globally 96
Central Bank Independence
Rank 108 globally 67
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 183 globally 34
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 190 globally 45
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 128 globally 34
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 123 globally 32
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 199 globally 41
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 139 globally 57
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 126 globally 33
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

66
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 101 globally 48
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 103 globally 60
Electricity Cost
Rank 65 globally 84
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 173 globally 73
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 120 globally 92

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

64
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 136 globally 43
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 61 globally 83
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 84 globally 68
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 135 globally 57
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 159 globally 45
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 105 globally 68
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 82 globally 73

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 87 globally 76
Burger Menu Price
Rank 92 globally 90
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 26 globally 95
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 31 globally 96
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 14 globally 96
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 13 globally 92
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 60 globally 95

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

78
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Transit Cost
Rank 107 globally 90
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 124 globally 62
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 18 globally 94
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 101 globally 12
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 32 globally 84
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 33 globally 89
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 40 globally 93
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 19 globally 99
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 64 globally 72

Personal Services

4 indicators

88
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Haircut Cost
Rank 89 globally 85
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 76 globally 91
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 55 globally 91
Local Services Cost
Rank 92 globally 83
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Logistics Performance
Rank 148 globally 18
Rail Network Density
Rank 37 globally 67
Airport Connectivity
Rank 114 globally 39
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
48
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Road Quality
Rank 169 globally 34
Traffic Congestion
Rank 102 globally 55
Road Density
Rank 145 globally 52
Traffic Deaths
Rank 77 globally 82
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 104 globally 11

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

65
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Power Outages
Rank 83 globally 90
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 92 globally 55
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 195 globally 10
CO2 Intensity
Rank 223 globally 11
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 65 globally 71
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 78 globally 64
Mobile Speed
Rank 61 globally 73
5G Coverage
Rank 110 globally 14

Public Transport

4 indicators

42
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Transit Coverage
Rank 112 globally 42
Transit Punctuality
Rank 105 globally 55
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 85 globally 18
Walkability Score
Rank 104 globally 52
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 78 globally 60
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 117 globally 60
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 101 globally 60
Burnout Risk
Rank 105 globally 52
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

67
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 175 globally 46
Sunshine Hours
Rank 174 globally 69
Humidity Comfort
Rank 67 globally 84
Rainy Days
Rank 118 globally 64
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 195 globally 54

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

36
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 46 globally 66
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 193 globally 17
Biodiversity Index
Rank 157 globally 53
Forest Cover
Rank 76 globally 56

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

51
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 99 globally 44
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 149 globally 51
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 100 globally 43
Recovery Time
Rank 105 globally 69

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 70 globally 45
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 94 globally 42
Cinema Density
Rank 71 globally 30
Cultural Freedom
Rank 107 globally 55
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 58 globally 73
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 144 globally 31
Restaurant Density
Rank 139 globally 37
Street Food Scene
Rank 141 globally 32
Local Market Quality
Rank 113 globally 47
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 127 globally 34
Local Freshness
Rank 103 globally 54
Local Authenticity
Rank 142 globally 30

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

47
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 57 globally 96
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 145 globally 69
Child Safety Score
Rank 103 globally 62
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 197 globally 6
Playground Density
Rank 105 globally 48

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

56
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 68 globally 60
Veterinary Quality
Rank 122 globally 50
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 70 globally 68
Pet Food Prices
Rank 63 globally 65
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 107 globally 42
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 90 globally 52
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 113 globally 52
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 124 globally 66
E-Government
Rank 98 globally 75
Visa Processing Time
Rank 4 globally 78
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 89 globally 67
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 87 globally 68
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 130 globally 41
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 109 globally 62
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 93 globally 70
Border Openness
Rank 117 globally 65
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 101 globally 61
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 28 globally 94
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 98 globally 43
Remote Work Legality
Rank 132 globally 52
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 79 globally 73
Remote Job Market
Rank 97 globally 65
Coworking Density
Rank 90 globally 46
Nomad Community
Rank 117 globally 39
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 115 globally 53
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 109 globally 62
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 102 globally 66
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 89 globally 65
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 110 globally 59
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 89 globally 64
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 80 globally 75
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 115 globally 65
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 113 globally 64
Residence Status Stability
Rank 111 globally 63
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 111 globally 60
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 140 globally 34
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 131 globally 85
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

52
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 107 globally 53
Local Language Barrier
Rank 124 globally 54
Integration Ease
Rank 130 globally 61
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 104 globally 63
Expat Community Size
Rank 152 globally 29
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 111 globally 62
International Schools
Rank 140 globally 40
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 110 globally 59
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 101 globally 53
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 118 globally 54
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 97 globally 55
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 111 globally 57
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 69 globally 57
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 90 globally 62
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 93 globally 61
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 88 globally 66
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 111 globally 57
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 89 globally 66
Accommodation Availability
Rank 125 globally 47
Booking & Transparency
Rank 86 globally 69

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

66
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 92 globally 54
Digital Travel Services
Rank 75 globally 70
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 99 globally 72
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 112 globally 66
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 117 globally 44
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 104 globally 64
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 181 globally 49
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 110 globally 51
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 198 globally 29
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 183 globally 42
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 153 globally 53

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 72 globally 90
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 82 globally 89
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 124 globally 76
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 68 globally 88
Off-Season Usability
Rank 109 globally 69
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 81 globally 70
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 107 globally 84
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 106 globally 62
Democracy Index
Rank 119 globally 61
Personal Freedom
Rank 97 globally 68
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 109 globally 63

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 97 globally 97
PISA Score
Rank 138 globally 32
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 113 globally 42
Education Expenditure
Rank 89 globally 75
School Life Expectancy
Rank 94 globally 73
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 113 globally 17
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 96 globally 33
Gini Index
Rank 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 126 globally 30
Housing Support Score
Rank 131 globally 36
Social Mobility Score
Rank 136 globally 41
Social Cohesion
Rank 104 globally 56
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Gender Equality
Rank 95 globally 62
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 102 globally 59
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 113 globally 51
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 109 globally 52
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 107 globally 54

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

43
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 112 globally 37
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 103 globally 43
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 96 globally 50
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 101 globally 44
Pride Culture
Rank 104 globally 35
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Disability Support Score
Rank 116 globally 47
Public Accessibility
Rank 96 globally 52
Digital Accessibility
Rank 82 globally 61
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 99 globally 58

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

49
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 164 globally 58
Secularization Score
Rank 145 globally 38
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 71 globally 42
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 173 globally 50

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 95 globally 65
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 144 globally 32
Net Migration Rate
Rank 176 globally 37
Urbanization Rate
Rank 169 globally 34
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 153 globally 52
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 161 globally 47
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 125 globally 23