Country profile

Mauritania: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Mauritania is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Vacation Costs, Personal Services and Food & Basic Goods stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check social freedom, participation and openness as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability more closely, because the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Basic Infrastructure & Logistics.

Overall rating 44.23 points
Global rank Rank 207 globally
Continental rank Rank 43 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 Mauritania

Why is Mauritania especially relevant in this comparison?

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

Which topics stand out positively for Mauritania?

Vacation Costs, Personal Services and Food & Basic Goods show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

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

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

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 Mauritania 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

Mauritania 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 safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; social freedom, participation and openness as well as infrastructure, mobility and digital usability still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Mauritania

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

64
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Homicide Rate
Rank 54 globally 94
Petty Crime Index
Rank 153 globally 46
Women's Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Organized Crime
Rank 121 globally 50
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 189 globally 55
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 178 globally 72
Political Violence
Rank 149 globally 73
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 153 globally 79
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

62
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Flood Risk
Rank 169 globally 38
Storm Risk
Rank 66 globally 87
Earthquake Risk
Rank 28 globally 90
Drought Risk
Rank 220 globally 16
Wildfire Risk
Rank 136 globally 43
Landslide Risk
Rank 33 globally 78
Tsunami Risk
Rank 112 globally 63
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

47
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State Surveillance
Rank 158 globally 50
Internet Censorship
Rank 164 globally 52
Internet Freedom
Rank 161 globally 49
Data Protection Laws
Rank 205 globally 24
VPN Access
Rank 170 globally 54
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 157 globally 52
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Rule of Law
Rank 181 globally 37
Property Rights Security
Rank 185 globally 36
Corruption Perception
Rank 179 globally 28
Police Effectiveness
Rank 168 globally 46
Expropriation Risk
Rank 154 globally 42
Extradition Risk
Rank 57 globally 50

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

45
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Political Stability
Rank 167 globally 49
Economic Resilience
Rank 165 globally 53
Government Efficiency
Rank 185 globally 41
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 201 globally 30
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

38
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 194 globally 38
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 194 globally 43
Emergency Care
Rank 196 globally 35
Medicine Access
Rank 196 globally 40
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 191 globally 38
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 190 globally 45
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 178 globally 45
Doctor Density
Rank 187 globally 10
Hospital Beds
Rank 217 globally 8
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 212 globally 41
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 38 globally 79
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 202 globally 24

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 214 globally 0
Noise Pollution
Rank 99 globally 57
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 189 globally 48
Sanitation
Rank 215 globally 18
Waste Management
Rank 112 globally 38
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Life Expectancy
Rank 174 globally 53
Infectious Diseases
Rank 186 globally 46
Obesity Rate
Rank 123 globally 70
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 182 globally 23
Mental Health
Rank 181 globally 53
Suicide Rate
Rank 57 globally 73
Maternal Mortality
Rank 215 globally 19
Vaccination Rate
Rank 159 globally 84
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 11 globally 90
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 106 globally 78
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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 173 globally 36
Social Security Burden
Rank 130 globally 70
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 131 globally 49
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 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 187 globally 47
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 152 globally 12
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 182 globally 50
Business Credit Access
Rank 175 globally 47
Investor Protection
Rank 177 globally 37
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 167 globally 41
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 127 globally 69
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 181 globally 39
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 183 globally 39

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

54
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 177 globally 24
Banking Stability
Rank 166 globally 64
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 174 globally 73
Fintech Development
Rank 173 globally 34
ATM Availability
Rank 182 globally 41
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

22
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 194 globally 15
Crypto Regulation
Rank 184 globally 25
Legal Status
Rank 191 globally 25
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 125 globally 60
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 189 globally 5

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

55
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 135 globally 35
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 87 globally 70
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
42
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 193 globally 33
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 149 globally 54
Days to Register a Company
Rank 162 globally 42

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

66
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 176 globally 40
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 84 globally 91
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 90 globally 66
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 21 globally 90
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 172 globally 49
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 122 globally 82
Central Bank Independence
Rank 161 globally 59
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 78 globally 68
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 195 globally 41
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 178 globally 15
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 178 globally 15
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 180 globally 51
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 166 globally 45
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 182 globally 15
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

78
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 34 globally 65
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 57 globally 72
Electricity Cost
Rank 73 globally 81
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 101 globally 97
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

85
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 46 globally 76
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 41 globally 86
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 41 globally 86
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 51 globally 82
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 64 globally 75
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 37 globally 92
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 26 globally 92

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

63
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 56 globally 96
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 48 globally 90
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 208 globally 25
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 215 globally 19
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 219 globally 18
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 181 globally 40
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 197 globally 30
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 65 globally 72
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 17 globally 98
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Internet Cost
Rank 108 globally 60
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 112 globally 67
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 104 globally 81
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 118 globally 86
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 113 globally 63

Personal Services

4 indicators

93
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Haircut Cost
Rank 44 globally 90
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 35 globally 97
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 27 globally 94
Local Services Cost
Rank 44 globally 91
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Logistics Performance
Rank 188 globally 10
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 184 globally 18
Port Connectivity
Rank 111 globally 20
33
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Road Quality
Rank 197 globally 25
Traffic Congestion
Rank 39 globally 70
Road Density
Rank 228 globally 26
Traffic Deaths
Rank 207 globally 29
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

38
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Power Outages
Rank 195 globally 31
Electrification Rate
Rank 198 globally 40
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 138 globally 30
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 162 globally 18
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

26
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Transit Coverage
Rank 186 globally 22
Transit Punctuality
Rank 203 globally 40
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 192 globally 38
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

56
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 196 globally 44
Burnout Risk
Rank 181 globally 38
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

58
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 224 globally 18
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 129 globally 63
Rainy Days
Rank 9 globally 93
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 220 globally 22
Seasonal Variation
Rank 149 globally 65

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

24
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Beach Quality
Rank 129 globally 51
Mountain Access
Rank 182 globally 15
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 222 globally 2
Biodiversity Index
Rank 205 globally 40
Forest Cover
Rank 215 globally 0

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

26
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 198 globally 13
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 227 globally 17
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 213 globally 16
Recovery Time
Rank 105 globally 69

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

21
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 110 globally 16
Music & Nightlife
Rank 208 globally 20
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 200 globally 22
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 182 globally 23
Restaurant Density
Rank 208 globally 19
Street Food Scene
Rank 180 globally 24
Local Market Quality
Rank 173 globally 30
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 208 globally 14
Local Freshness
Rank 175 globally 32
Local Authenticity
Rank 175 globally 25

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 13 globally 99
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/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

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 193 globally 25
Veterinary Quality
Rank 190 globally 20
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 70 globally 68
Pet Food Prices
Rank 63 globally 65
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 190 globally 38
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 210 globally 20
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 189 globally 42
E-Government
Rank 206 globally 35
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 194 globally 39
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 206 globally 32
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 201 globally 19
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 204 globally 33
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 202 globally 20
Border Openness
Rank 197 globally 5
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 208 globally 14
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 199 globally 20
Remote Work Legality
Rank 208 globally 33
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 193 globally 44
Remote Job Market
Rank 196 globally 38
Coworking Density
Rank 198 globally 20
Nomad Community
Rank 214 globally 11
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 189 globally 28
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 198 globally 32
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 196 globally 37
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 199 globally 41
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 196 globally 37
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 203 globally 30
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 185 globally 46
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 173 globally 18
Family Reunification
Rank 194 globally 33
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 185 globally 38
Residence Status Stability
Rank 188 globally 41
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 196 globally 34
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 181 globally 19
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

29
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 221 globally 12
Local Language Barrier
Rank 214 globally 26
Integration Ease
Rank 209 globally 44
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 204 globally 40
Expat Community Size
Rank 190 globally 24
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 203 globally 40
International Schools
Rank 214 globally 23
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 213 globally 26
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 207 globally 18
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 209 globally 21
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 20
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 203 globally 30
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 199 globally 28
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 199 globally 32
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 199 globally 28
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 191 globally 40
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Hotel Quality
Rank 205 globally 27
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 201 globally 31
Accommodation Availability
Rank 216 globally 24
Booking & Transparency
Rank 198 globally 34

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

33
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 213 globally 20
Digital Travel Services
Rank 196 globally 36
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 188 globally 45
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 209 globally 31
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 214 globally 24
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 211 globally 30
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 227 globally 29
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 213 globally 27
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 159 globally 49
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 193 globally 38
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 226 globally 21

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

93
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Hotel Cost
Rank 27 globally 95
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
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 151 globally 82
Off-Season Usability
Rank 211 globally 52
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 204 globally 47
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 38 globally 87
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

35
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Press Freedom
Rank 183 globally 32
Democracy Index
Rank 167 globally 37
Personal Freedom
Rank 192 globally 45
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 188 globally 22

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

31
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 218 globally 48
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 218 globally 6
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
School Life Expectancy
Rank 216 globally 45
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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 162 globally 13
Housing Support Score
Rank 199 globally 14
Social Mobility Score
Rank 207 globally 16
Social Cohesion
Rank 201 globally 33
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Gender Equality
Rank 203 globally 35
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 201 globally 33
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 205 globally 22
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 212 globally 15
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 209 globally 20

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 216 globally 1
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 209 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 213 globally 6
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 216 globally 4
Pride Culture
Rank 217 globally 0
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Disability Support Score
Rank 206 globally 18
Public Accessibility
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Accessibility
Rank 205 globally 22
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 214 globally 22

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

8
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 222 globally 10
Secularization Score
Rank 221 globally 7
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 226 globally 4
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 223 globally 8

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 41 globally 85
Fertility Rate
Rank 184 globally 35
Population Growth
Rank 27 globally 70
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 130 globally 51
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 8 globally 92
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 71 globally 57
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 201 globally 9