Country profile

Liechtenstein: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Liechtenstein is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health, while Conflicts & Political Security, Wages & Purchasing Power and Environmental Health stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Personal Services and Housing & Utilities.

Overall rating 74.16 points
Global rank Rank 14 globally
Continental rank Rank 13 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 Liechtenstein

Why is Liechtenstein especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Liechtenstein?

Conflicts & Political Security, Wages & Purchasing Power and Environmental Health show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Personal Services and Housing & Utilities.

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

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 Liechtenstein 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

Liechtenstein is especially useful to compare with Portugal, Spain and Germany, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. United States and Denmark work as contrast comparisons when safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Liechtenstein

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

84
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Homicide Rate
Rank 147 globally 83
Petty Crime Index
Rank 1 globally 95
Women's Safety
Rank 8 globally 87
Organized Crime
Rank 3 globally 81
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 1 globally 98
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
97
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 2 globally 98
Political Violence
Rank 2 globally 95
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 2 globally 97
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

81
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Flood Risk
Rank 59 globally 59
Storm Risk
Rank 2 globally 96
Earthquake Risk
Rank 96 globally 71
Drought Risk
Rank 2 globally 93
Wildfire Risk
Rank 16 globally 90
Landslide Risk
Rank 119 globally 51
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

91
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State Surveillance
Rank 7 globally 91
Internet Censorship
Rank 8 globally 93
Internet Freedom
Rank 10 globally 89
Data Protection Laws
Rank 15 globally 90
VPN Access
Rank 8 globally 94
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 11 globally 79
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Rule of Law
Rank 8 globally 88
Property Rights Security
Rank 6 globally 88
Corruption Perception
Rank 5 globally 83
Police Effectiveness
Rank 7 globally 88
Expropriation Risk
Rank 7 globally 91
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

88
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Political Stability
Rank 2 globally 92
Economic Resilience
Rank 1 globally 89
Government Efficiency
Rank 12 globally 87
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 4 globally 82
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

79
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 24 globally 78
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 26 globally 83
Emergency Care
Rank 18 globally 81
Medicine Access
Rank 18 globally 82
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 17 globally 84
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 38 globally 76
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 92 globally 75
Doctor Density
Rank 23 globally 81
Hospital Beds
Rank 46 globally 58
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 22 globally 99
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 225 globally 14
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 35 globally 74

Environmental Health

6 indicators

93
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 1 globally 100
Noise Pollution
Rank 11 globally 78
UV Radiation
Rank 30 globally 67
Tap Water Safety
Rank 1 globally 100
Sanitation
Rank 24 globally 97
Waste Management
Rank 1 globally 95
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Life Expectancy
Rank 5 globally 98
Infectious Diseases
Rank 23 globally 88
Obesity Rate
Rank 98 globally 73
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 26 globally 77
Mental Health
Rank 2 globally 82
Suicide Rate
Rank 84 globally 64
Maternal Mortality
Rank 35 globally 95
Vaccination Rate
Rank 54 globally 95
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 173 globally 51
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 143 globally 74
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

79
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 77
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 70 globally 70
Social Security Burden
Rank 90 globally 79
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 46 globally 74
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 79 globally 49
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 31 globally 84
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 92 globally 38
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 2 globally 88
Capital Market Depth
Rank 2 globally 88
Business Credit Access
Rank 10 globally 82
Investor Protection
Rank 16 globally 80
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 108 globally 59
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 1 globally 93
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 36 globally 74
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 59 globally 72

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

73
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 31 globally 68
Banking Stability
Rank 9 globally 85
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 22 globally 90
Fintech Development
Rank 123 globally 55
ATM Availability
Rank 1 globally 100
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 4 globally 65
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 135 globally 7
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

61
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 96 globally 34
Crypto Regulation
Rank 5 globally 83
Legal Status
Rank 5 globally 90
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 40 globally 33
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 66 globally 20

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

31
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 199 globally 10
Transaction Costs
Rank 53 globally 80
Affordability
Rank 212 globally 28
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 220 globally 18
70
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 31 globally 69
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 67 globally 81
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 161 globally 52
Days to Register a Company
Rank 11 globally 79

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

89
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 4 globally 99
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 28 globally 98
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 2 globally 97
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 217 globally 48
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 3 globally 82
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 68 globally 94
Central Bank Independence
Rank 10 globally 88
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 2 globally 97
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 21 globally 95
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 2 globally 99
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 4 globally 96
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 8 globally 97
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 87 globally 75
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 1 globally 100
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 2 globally 99
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

25
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 212 globally 18
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 224 globally 21
Electricity Cost
Rank 221 globally 16
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 218 globally 34
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 214 globally 60

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

17
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 196 globally 24
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 222 globally 6
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 208 globally 16
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 220 globally 13
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 223 globally 14
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 207 globally 16
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 156 globally 47

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

39
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 222 globally 15
Burger Menu Price
Rank 222 globally 15
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 195 globally 38
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 163 globally 55
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 149 globally 73
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 165 globally 49
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 133 globally 65
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 179 globally 42

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

46
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Transit Cost
Rank 208 globally 43
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 210 globally 30
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 219 globally 45
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 221 globally 43
Car Purchase Index
Rank 2 globally 98
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 222 globally 26
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 224 globally 40
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Internet Cost
Rank 55 globally 75
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 218 globally 25
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 211 globally 41
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 178 globally 63
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 221 globally 28

Personal Services

4 indicators

20
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Haircut Cost
Rank 225 globally 15
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 224 globally 14
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 219 globally 32
Local Services Cost
Rank 225 globally 17
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67
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Logistics Performance
Rank 9 globally 87
Rail Network Density
Rank 11 globally 88
Airport Connectivity
Rank 69 globally 56
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 16 globally 89
Traffic Congestion
Rank 39 globally 70
Road Density
Rank 10 globally 82
Traffic Deaths
Rank 3 globally 96
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 12 globally 84

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

87
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Power Outages
Rank 1 globally 100
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 119 globally 40
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 16 globally 90
CO2 Intensity
Rank 11 globally 93
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 6 globally 95
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 1 globally 100
Mobile Speed
Rank 11 globally 88
5G Coverage
Rank 21 globally 75

Public Transport

4 indicators

70
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Transit Coverage
Rank 70 globally 55
Transit Punctuality
Rank 8 globally 88
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 11 globally 68
Walkability Score
Rank 29 globally 70
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

72
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 18 globally 82
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 81 globally 67
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 5 globally 75
Burnout Risk
Rank 11 globally 78
Public Holidays
Rank 33 globally 60

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

66
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 174 globally 47
Sunshine Hours
Rank 204 globally 56
Humidity Comfort
Rank 67 globally 84
Rainy Days
Rank 118 globally 64
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 16 globally 99
Seasonal Variation
Rank 169 globally 60

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

60
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 5 globally 93
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Biodiversity Index
Rank 177 globally 47
Forest Cover
Rank 76 globally 56

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

80
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 27 globally 76
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 16 globally 85
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 36 globally 71
Recovery Time
Rank 11 globally 91

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

57
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 1 globally 100
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 130 globally 35
Cinema Density
Rank 23 globally 68
Cultural Freedom
Rank 9 globally 88
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 126 globally 61
41
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 138 globally 32
Restaurant Density
Rank 130 globally 40
Street Food Scene
Rank 160 globally 29
Local Market Quality
Rank 97 globally 51
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 101 globally 41
Local Freshness
Rank 68 globally 63
Local Authenticity
Rank 137 globally 31

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

78
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 218 globally 20
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 1 globally 100
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 8 globally 85
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 96
Child Safety Score
Rank 5 globally 92
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 10 globally 60
Playground Density
Rank 7 globally 90

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

66
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 1 globally 90
Veterinary Quality
Rank 8 globally 90
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 223 globally 18
Pet Food Prices
Rank 223 globally 22
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 11 globally 82
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 1 globally 72
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 6 globally 85
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82
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 15 globally 87
E-Government
Rank 32 globally 88
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 16 globally 87
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 15 globally 91
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 15 globally 87
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 14 globally 96
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 25 globally 82
Border Openness
Rank 3 globally 99
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 26 globally 86
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 211 globally 50
69
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 75 globally 46
Remote Work Legality
Rank 33 globally 76
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 22 globally 89
Remote Job Market
Rank 20 globally 86
Coworking Density
Rank 95 globally 45
Nomad Community
Rank 78 globally 49
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 6 globally 96
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 10 globally 95
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 14 globally 89
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 22 globally 82
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 16 globally 92
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 18 globally 90
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 74 globally 77
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 11 globally 96
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 35 globally 78
Residence Status Stability
Rank 10 globally 95
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 9 globally 96
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 57 globally 93
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 183 globally 50
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

75
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 70 globally 66
Local Language Barrier
Rank 45 globally 71
Integration Ease
Rank 27 globally 81
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 13 globally 95
Expat Community Size
Rank 31 globally 64
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 14 globally 93
International Schools
Rank 38 globally 59
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 16 globally 84
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 21 globally 87
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 12 globally 90
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 14 globally 88
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 21 globally 87
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 34 globally 67
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 26 globally 83
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 26 globally 82
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 27 globally 82
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Hotel Quality
Rank 38 globally 81
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 18 globally 92
Accommodation Availability
Rank 60 globally 67
Booking & Transparency
Rank 15 globally 92

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

86
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 30 globally 80
Digital Travel Services
Rank 28 globally 88
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 41 globally 87
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 27 globally 87
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 66 globally 56
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 35 globally 83
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 45 globally 79
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 67 globally 62
61
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 182 globally 35
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 123 globally 60
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 16 globally 88

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

58
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Hotel Cost
Rank 185 globally 61
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 188 globally 61
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 200 globally 48
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 210 globally 49
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 124 globally 76
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 14 globally 95
Off-Season Usability
Rank 41 globally 81
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 29 globally 83
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 136 globally 81
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

84
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Press Freedom
Rank 22 globally 78
Democracy Index
Rank 38 globally 80
Personal Freedom
Rank 26 globally 84
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 10 globally 93

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

69
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
PISA Score
Rank 17 globally 76
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 113 globally 42
Education Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 42
School Life Expectancy
Rank 31 globally 83
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 34 globally 60
Gini Index
Rank 17 globally 89
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 10 globally 85
Housing Support Score
Rank 13 globally 78
Social Mobility Score
Rank 11 globally 78
Social Cohesion
Rank 11 globally 85
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Gender Equality
Rank 11 globally 84
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 13 globally 87
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 22 globally 86
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 25 globally 85
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 18 globally 88

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

83
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 40 globally 92
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 46 globally 78
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 23 globally 85
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 46 globally 79
Pride Culture
Rank 29 globally 78
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Disability Support Score
Rank 21 globally 85
Public Accessibility
Rank 17 globally 85
Digital Accessibility
Rank 12 globally 88
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 24 globally 85

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

72
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 16 globally 90
Secularization Score
Rank 39 globally 59
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 103 globally 38
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 26 globally 78

Demography

10 indicators

50
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Median Age
Rank 209 globally 28
Fertility Rate
Rank 141 globally 55
Population Growth
Rank 127 globally 36
Net Migration Rate
Rank 31 globally 67
Urbanization Rate
Rank 225 globally 0
Foreign Population Share
Rank 22 globally 91
Population Density
Rank 170 globally 48
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 191 globally 40
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 173 globally 86
Single-Person Households
Rank 36 globally 60