Country profile

Mali: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Mali is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes, while Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Dining & Going Out stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Social System & Social Cohesion.

Overall rating 39.43 points
Global rank Rank 216 globally
Continental rank Rank 50 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 Mali

Why is Mali especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as taxes, capital access and financial conditions; its strongest main categories are Costs and Finance & Taxes.

Which topics stand out positively for Mali?

Personal Services, Vacation Costs and Dining & Going Out show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, LGBTQ+ Friendliness and Social System & Social Cohesion.

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

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 Mali 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

Mali 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Mali vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 56 points better on Society & Participation than Mali.
  • Mali vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 55 points better on Infrastructure than Mali.
  • Mali vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 60 points better on Infrastructure than Mali.
  • Mali vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 66 points better on Society & Participation than Mali.
  • Mali vs. United States
    United States performs about 51 points better on Infrastructure than Mali.

All ratings and indicators for Mali

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 167 globally 79
Petty Crime Index
Rank 215 globally 30
Women's Safety
Rank 215 globally 27
Organized Crime
Rank 210 globally 32
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 219 globally 26
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 219 globally 17
Political Violence
Rank 219 globally 12
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 213 globally 34
Terrorism Risk
Rank 225 globally 24

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

64
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Flood Risk
Rank 176 globally 37
Storm Risk
Rank 17 globally 94
Earthquake Risk
Rank 33 globally 89
Drought Risk
Rank 211 globally 20
Wildfire Risk
Rank 223 globally 18
Landslide Risk
Rank 26 globally 81
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 105 globally 98

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

35
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State Surveillance
Rank 185 globally 37
Internet Censorship
Rank 190 globally 35
Internet Freedom
Rank 193 globally 34
Data Protection Laws
Rank 208 globally 22
VPN Access
Rank 187 globally 43
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 204 globally 43
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Rule of Law
Rank 211 globally 22
Property Rights Security
Rank 205 globally 24
Corruption Perception
Rank 186 globally 26
Police Effectiveness
Rank 214 globally 20
Expropriation Risk
Rank 202 globally 21
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

28
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Political Stability
Rank 218 globally 10
Economic Resilience
Rank 165 globally 53
Government Efficiency
Rank 214 globally 23
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 217 globally 24
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

28
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 216 globally 27
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 216 globally 32
Emergency Care
Rank 215 globally 24
Medicine Access
Rank 215 globally 28
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 215 globally 24
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 211 globally 33
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 190 globally 41
Doctor Density
Rank 200 globally 7
Hospital Beds
Rank 226 globally 5
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 220 globally 34
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 18 globally 83
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 205 globally 23

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 214 globally 0
Noise Pollution
Rank 157 globally 45
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 191 globally 45
Sanitation
Rank 199 globally 27
Waste Management
Rank 207 globally 8
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Life Expectancy
Rank 223 globally 30
Infectious Diseases
Rank 203 globally 35
Obesity Rate
Rank 47 globally 84
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 214 globally 13
Mental Health
Rank 216 globally 42
Suicide Rate
Rank 119 globally 56
Maternal Mortality
Rank 210 globally 20
Vaccination Rate
Rank 187 globally 76
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 67 globally 75
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 142 globally 74
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

69
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 46 globally 92
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 173 globally 36
Social Security Burden
Rank 171 globally 56
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 91 globally 79
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 171 globally 52
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 140 globally 16
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 168 globally 58
Capital Market Depth
Rank 188 globally 49
Business Credit Access
Rank 189 globally 43
Investor Protection
Rank 205 globally 26
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 179 globally 38
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 127 globally 69
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 175 globally 41
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 161 globally 43

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

53
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 187 globally 22
Banking Stability
Rank 175 globally 60
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 174 globally 73
Fintech Development
Rank 140 globally 49
ATM Availability
Rank 207 globally 22
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 27 globally 55
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

25
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 169 globally 20
Crypto Regulation
Rank 181 globally 26
Legal Status
Rank 176 globally 29
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 177 globally 8
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 68
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 175 globally 6

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

61
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 128 globally 40
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 74 globally 68
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 216 globally 21
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 149 globally 54
Days to Register a Company
Rank 97 globally 56

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

61
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 203 globally 25
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 100 globally 88
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 110 globally 60
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 39 globally 88
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 178 globally 48
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 160 globally 72
Central Bank Independence
Rank 146 globally 61
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 103 globally 63
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 150 globally 64
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 202 globally 10
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 193 globally 10
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 36 globally 91
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 188 globally 32
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 194 globally 12
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 19 globally 69
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 142 globally 59
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

89
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 31 globally 82
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 32 globally 88
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 26 globally 92
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 28 globally 88
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 52 globally 78
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 94
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 26 globally 92

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

93
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 37 globally 88
Burger Menu Price
Rank 37 globally 99
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 48 globally 90
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 31 globally 96
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 43 globally 92
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 34 globally 95
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 69 globally 78
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

79
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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 88 globally 67
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 69 globally 89
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 8 globally 99
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 17 globally 98
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Internet Cost
Rank 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 131 globally 60
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 126 globally 76
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 130 globally 83
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 104 globally 64

Personal Services

4 indicators

94
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Haircut Cost
Rank 33 globally 91
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 17 globally 99
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 27 globally 94
Local Services Cost
Rank 27 globally 93
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
12
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 202 globally 12
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
36
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Road Quality
Rank 203 globally 22
Traffic Congestion
Rank 61 globally 64
Road Density
Rank 180 globally 47
Traffic Deaths
Rank 201 globally 35
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

28
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Power Outages
Rank 214 globally 11
Electrification Rate
Rank 209 globally 20
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 156 globally 25
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 154 globally 20
CO2 Intensity
Rank 139 globally 34
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 191 globally 2
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

24
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Transit Coverage
Rank 201 globally 18
Transit Punctuality
Rank 211 globally 38
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 184 globally 45
Burnout Risk
Rank 181 globally 38
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

56
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 220 globally 19
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 143 globally 59
Rainy Days
Rank 26 globally 85
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 218 globally 28
Seasonal Variation
Rank 182 globally 58

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

23
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 168 globally 20
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 184 globally 25
Biodiversity Index
Rank 168 globally 51
Forest Cover
Rank 168 globally 15

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

30
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 213 globally 11
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 215 globally 29
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 192 globally 20
Recovery Time
Rank 113 globally 68

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 74 globally 27
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 196 globally 25
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 144 globally 31
Restaurant Density
Rank 167 globally 28
Street Food Scene
Rank 128 globally 35
Local Market Quality
Rank 141 globally 40
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 184 globally 19
Local Freshness
Rank 150 globally 41
Local Authenticity
Rank 129 globally 33

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

30
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 13 globally 99
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 213 globally 19
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 210 globally 21
Child Safety Score
Rank 209 globally 28
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
Playground Density
Rank 206 globally 18

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

37
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 193 globally 25
Veterinary Quality
Rank 207 globally 15
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 19 globally 75
Pet Food Prices
Rank 26 globally 70
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 214 globally 12
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 156 globally 42
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 204 globally 22
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 194 globally 39
E-Government
Rank 211 globally 33
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 206 globally 34
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 217 globally 21
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 201 globally 19
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 207 globally 31
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 202 globally 20
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 210 globally 13
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 199 globally 20
Remote Work Legality
Rank 160 globally 46
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 193 globally 44
Remote Job Market
Rank 198 globally 37
Coworking Density
Rank 187 globally 23
Nomad Community
Rank 201 globally 15
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 197 globally 24
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 203 globally 29
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 202 globally 33
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 189 globally 44
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 32
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 215 globally 20
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 185 globally 46
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 208 globally 23
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 195 globally 33
Residence Status Stability
Rank 208 globally 30
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 205 globally 27
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 186 globally 18
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

30
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 218 globally 14
Local Language Barrier
Rank 211 globally 27
Integration Ease
Rank 211 globally 43
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 210 globally 37
Expat Community Size
Rank 178 globally 26
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 207 globally 38
International Schools
Rank 204 globally 27
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 208 globally 29
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 207 globally 18
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 207 globally 22
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 20
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 209 globally 26
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 200 globally 27
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 207 globally 28
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 210 globally 23
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 200 globally 37
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 209 globally 25
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 210 globally 28
Accommodation Availability
Rank 219 globally 23
Booking & Transparency
Rank 211 globally 29

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

31
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 214 globally 19
Digital Travel Services
Rank 200 globally 35
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 198 globally 43
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 214 globally 27
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 197 globally 28
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 214 globally 29
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 228 globally 28
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 195 globally 32
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 225 globally 14
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 223 globally 20
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 214 globally 32

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 17 globally 96
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 16 globally 97
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 41 globally 92
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 134 globally 83
Off-Season Usability
Rank 211 globally 52
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 204 globally 47
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

33
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Press Freedom
Rank 161 globally 40
Democracy Index
Rank 201 globally 22
Personal Freedom
Rank 180 globally 48
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 188 globally 22

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 225 globally 35
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 218 globally 6
Education Expenditure
Rank 111 globally 72
School Life Expectancy
Rank 224 globally 38
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 188 globally 13
Gini Index
Rank 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Social Mobility Score
Rank 215 globally 14
Social Cohesion
Rank 218 globally 23
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Gender Equality
Rank 213 globally 29
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 214 globally 24
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 209 globally 20
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 207 globally 19
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 210 globally 19

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

12
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 205 globally 8
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 203 globally 14
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 205 globally 14
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 203 globally 13
Pride Culture
Rank 207 globally 8
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Disability Support Score
Rank 218 globally 12
Public Accessibility
Rank 218 globally 15
Digital Accessibility
Rank 215 globally 17
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 221 globally 17

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

21
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 199 globally 25
Secularization Score
Rank 202 globally 14
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 185 globally 22
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 199 globally 21

Demography

10 indicators

54
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Median Age
Rank 2 globally 98
Fertility Rate
Rank 220 globally 13
Population Growth
Rank 6 globally 80
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 163 globally 36
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 23 globally 78
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 223 globally 5