Country profile

Libya: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Libya is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Health, while Food & Basic Goods, Vacation Costs 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 42.92 points
Global rank Rank 212 globally
Continental rank Rank 47 in Africa

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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 Libya

Why is Libya 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 Libya?

Food & Basic Goods, Vacation Costs 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 Libya?

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 Libya 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

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

Static comparisons

  • Libya vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 69 points better on Relocation & Residency than Libya.
  • Libya vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 67 points better on Relocation & Residency than Libya.
  • Libya vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 67 points better on Relocation & Residency than Libya.
  • Libya vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 72 points better on Relocation & Residency than Libya.
  • Libya vs. United States
    United States performs about 64 points better on Relocation & Residency than Libya.

All ratings and indicators for Libya

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 175 globally 77
Petty Crime Index
Rank 208 globally 32
Women's Safety
Rank 210 globally 30
Organized Crime
Rank 225 globally 28
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 211 globally 34
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 205 globally 36
Political Violence
Rank 193 globally 47
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 207 globally 42
Terrorism Risk
Rank 171 globally 90

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

67
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Flood Risk
Rank 49 globally 62
Storm Risk
Rank 66 globally 87
Earthquake Risk
Rank 71 globally 81
Drought Risk
Rank 220 globally 16
Wildfire Risk
Rank 55 globally 74
Landslide Risk
Rank 33 globally 78
Tsunami Risk
Rank 161 globally 47
Volcano Risk
Rank 105 globally 98

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

31
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State Surveillance
Rank 191 globally 32
Internet Censorship
Rank 194 globally 32
Internet Freedom
Rank 197 globally 31
Data Protection Laws
Rank 220 globally 18
VPN Access
Rank 191 globally 38
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 211 globally 40
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Rule of Law
Rank 217 globally 16
Property Rights Security
Rank 218 globally 13
Corruption Perception
Rank 219 globally 15
Police Effectiveness
Rank 215 globally 19
Expropriation Risk
Rank 219 globally 5
Extradition Risk
Rank 157 globally 39

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

22
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Political Stability
Rank 213 globally 16
Economic Resilience
Rank 213 globally 26
Government Efficiency
Rank 218 globally 17
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 191 globally 32
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

41
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 207 globally 32
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 198 globally 42
Emergency Care
Rank 201 globally 33
Medicine Access
Rank 200 globally 37
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 212 globally 27
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 25
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 90 globally 76
Doctor Density
Rank 100 globally 55
Hospital Beds
Rank 63 globally 53
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 180 globally 70
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 207 globally 20

Environmental Health

6 indicators

45
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 190 globally 38
Noise Pollution
Rank 176 globally 40
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 124 globally 78
Sanitation
Rank 189 globally 32
Waste Management
Rank 106 globally 42
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Life Expectancy
Rank 156 globally 60
Infectious Diseases
Rank 141 globally 68
Obesity Rate
Rank 182 globally 58
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 89 globally 53
Mental Health
Rank 190 globally 51
Suicide Rate
Rank 62 globally 71
Maternal Mortality
Rank 136 globally 54
Vaccination Rate
Rank 144 globally 86
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 1 globally 95
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 53 globally 84
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 119 globally 84
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 21 globally 90
Social Security Burden
Rank 122 globally 71
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 227 globally 5
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 114 globally 25
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 149 globally 57
Business Credit Access
Rank 200 globally 39
Investor Protection
Rank 219 globally 14
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 216 globally 23
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 67 globally 75
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 186 globally 38
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 199 globally 33

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

48
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 210 globally 17
Banking Stability
Rank 203 globally 45
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 209 globally 54
Fintech Development
Rank 154 globally 41
ATM Availability
Rank 166 globally 53
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 152 globally 42
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 1 globally 98
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

26
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 194 globally 15
Crypto Regulation
Rank 203 globally 22
Legal Status
Rank 198 globally 23
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 204 globally 4

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

41
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 186 globally 15
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 168 globally 48
39
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 60 globally 50
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 213 globally 23
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 183 globally 48
Days to Register a Company
Rank 199 globally 32

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

58
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 138 globally 54
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 41 globally 97
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 223 globally 8
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 157 globally 74
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 220 globally 32
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 219 globally 40
Central Bank Independence
Rank 198 globally 45
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 1 globally 100
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 55 globally 86
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 146 globally 27
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 145 globally 26
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 212 globally 25
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 155 globally 69
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 117 globally 63
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 149 globally 27
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 15 globally 96
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 136 globally 94
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

95
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 6 globally 96
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 2 globally 99
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 8 globally 98
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 28 globally 88
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 36 globally 81
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 13 globally 98
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 5 globally 98

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

56
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 37 globally 88
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 224 globally 1
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 224 globally 1
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 224 globally 1
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 217 globally 12
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 215 globally 10
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

85
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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 3 globally 98
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 18 globally 94
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 140 globally 3
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 55 globally 75
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 49 globally 84
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 40 globally 93
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 104 globally 64

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 44 globally 90
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 43 globally 96
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 195 globally 48
Local Services Cost
Rank 54 globally 90
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 139 globally 31
Port Connectivity
Rank 67 globally 32
33
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Road Quality
Rank 173 globally 33
Traffic Congestion
Rank 123 globally 48
Road Density
Rank 222 globally 31
Traffic Deaths
Rank 197 globally 36
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 3

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 183 globally 41
Electrification Rate
Rank 154 globally 98
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 14 globally 90
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 218 globally 5
CO2 Intensity
Rank 162 globally 30
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 163 globally 11
Mobile Speed
Rank 168 globally 39
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

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

58
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 78 globally 60
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 184 globally 45
Burnout Risk
Rank 156 globally 42
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

69
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 185 globally 40
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 62 globally 85
Rainy Days
Rank 12 globally 92
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 213 globally 44
Seasonal Variation
Rank 169 globally 60

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

24
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Beach Quality
Rank 113 globally 56
Mountain Access
Rank 151 globally 25
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 224 globally 0
Biodiversity Index
Rank 223 globally 29
Forest Cover
Rank 215 globally 0

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

34
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 145 globally 31
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 223 globally 19
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 186 globally 22
Recovery Time
Rank 69 globally 74

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 65 globally 32
Music & Nightlife
Rank 212 globally 18
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 219 globally 12
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 157 globally 29
Restaurant Density
Rank 160 globally 29
Street Food Scene
Rank 157 globally 30
Local Market Quality
Rank 154 globally 36
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 160 globally 25
Local Freshness
Rank 156 globally 38
Local Authenticity
Rank 142 globally 30

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 120 globally 21
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 81 globally 79
Child Safety Score
Rank 169 globally 45
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 140 globally 12
Playground Density
Rank 161 globally 32

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

36
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 211 globally 20
Veterinary Quality
Rank 156 globally 35
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 104 globally 62
Pet Food Prices
Rank 107 globally 58
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 196 globally 18
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 204 globally 22
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 222 globally 10
E-Government
Rank 202 globally 37
Visa Processing Time
Rank 217 globally 19
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 222 globally 21
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 214 globally 23
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 212 globally 15
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 192 globally 36
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 219 globally 8
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 210 globally 13
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 217 globally 0
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 225 globally 2
Remote Work Legality
Rank 224 globally 17
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 219 globally 24
Remote Job Market
Rank 190 globally 40
Coworking Density
Rank 182 globally 24
Nomad Community
Rank 207 globally 14
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 157 globally 37
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 222 globally 5
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 12
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 219 globally 15
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 0
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 209 globally 23
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 18
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 219 globally 8
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 218 globally 0
Residence Status Stability
Rank 220 globally 8
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 219 globally 13
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 216 globally 9
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 161 globally 80
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

19
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 207 globally 19
Local Language Barrier
Rank 206 globally 28
Integration Ease
Rank 218 globally 15
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 218 globally 17
Expat Community Size
Rank 202 globally 22
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 219 globally 20
International Schools
Rank 219 globally 8
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 219 globally 18
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 218 globally 11
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 218 globally 14
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 13
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 15
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 224 globally 10
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 216 globally 22
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 219 globally 14
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 216 globally 24
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 178 globally 37
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 216 globally 24
Accommodation Availability
Rank 175 globally 33
Booking & Transparency
Rank 216 globally 26

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

33
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 196 globally 26
Digital Travel Services
Rank 182 globally 39
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 205 globally 39
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 214 globally 27
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 185 globally 30
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 206 globally 32
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 218 globally 32
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 212 globally 28
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 175 globally 42
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 183 globally 42
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 226 globally 21

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 18 globally 94
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 215 globally 75
Off-Season Usability
Rank 215 globally 50
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 209 globally 46
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 142 globally 80
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

28
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Press Freedom
Rank 192 globally 28
Democracy Index
Rank 201 globally 22
Personal Freedom
Rank 201 globally 42
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 196 globally 18

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

61
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 147 globally 92
PISA Score
Rank 138 globally 32
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 84 globally 50
Education Expenditure
Rank 144 globally 63
School Life Expectancy
Rank 137 globally 68
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 91 globally 25
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 77 globally 40
Gini Index
Rank 62 globally 69
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 112 globally 40
Housing Support Score
Rank 120 globally 38
Social Mobility Score
Rank 122 globally 44
Social Cohesion
Rank 206 globally 30
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Gender Equality
Rank 217 globally 27
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 216 globally 21
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 218 globally 13
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 217 globally 13
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 217 globally 14

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 188 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 219 globally 9
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 210 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 210 globally 10
Pride Culture
Rank 207 globally 8
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Disability Support Score
Rank 173 globally 30
Public Accessibility
Rank 214 globally 17
Digital Accessibility
Rank 218 globally 15
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 199 globally 28

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

11
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 217 globally 14
Secularization Score
Rank 216 globally 9
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 221 globally 6
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 219 globally 11

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 95 globally 65
Fertility Rate
Rank 42 globally 95
Population Growth
Rank 120 globally 38
Net Migration Rate
Rank 78 globally 53
Urbanization Rate
Rank 63 globally 78
Foreign Population Share
Rank 66 globally 65
Population Density
Rank 8 globally 92
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 218 globally 20
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 216 globally 78
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14