Country profile

Micronesia: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Micronesia is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of safety, stability and risk exposure as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Costs, while Conflicts & Political Security, Taxes & Finance and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Culinary Culture and Arts & Entertainment.

Overall rating 53.68 points
Global rank Rank 163 globally
Continental rank Rank 16 in Oceania

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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 Micronesia

Why is Micronesia especially relevant in this comparison?

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

Which topics stand out positively for Micronesia?

Conflicts & Political Security, Taxes & Finance and Vacation Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Culinary Culture and Arts & Entertainment.

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

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 Micronesia 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

Micronesia 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 safety, stability and risk exposure as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Micronesia

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.

🛡️ Safety & Risk ShowHide

Safety & Crime

6 indicators

78
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Homicide Rate
Rank 48 globally 95
Petty Crime Index
Rank 70 globally 67
Women's Safety
Rank 84 globally 63
Organized Crime
Rank 30 globally 68
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 49 globally 88
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 49 globally 86
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 65 globally 91
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

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Flood Risk
Rank 35 globally 72
Storm Risk
Rank 145 globally 66
Earthquake Risk
Rank 51 globally 86
Drought Risk
Rank 100 globally 66
Wildfire Risk
Rank 98 globally 50
Landslide Risk
Rank 56 globally 66
Tsunami Risk
Rank 155 globally 48
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

67
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State Surveillance
Rank 90 globally 69
Internet Censorship
Rank 84 globally 75
Internet Freedom
Rank 93 globally 68
Data Protection Laws
Rank 133 globally 47
VPN Access
Rank 102 globally 75
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 87 globally 65
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Rule of Law
Rank 109 globally 53
Property Rights Security
Rank 134 globally 48
Corruption Perception
Rank 90 globally 55
Police Effectiveness
Rank 88 globally 66
Expropriation Risk
Rank 116 globally 56
Extradition Risk
Rank 1 globally 70

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

54
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Political Stability
Rank 62 globally 73
Economic Resilience
Rank 158 globally 54
Government Efficiency
Rank 120 globally 56
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 226 globally 20
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 168 globally 48
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 118 globally 67
Emergency Care
Rank 155 globally 49
Medicine Access
Rank 115 globally 64
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 152 globally 50
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 175 globally 48
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 4 globally 97
Doctor Density
Rank 151 globally 32
Hospital Beds
Rank 73 globally 50
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 159 globally 79
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 127 globally 52

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 70 globally 84
Noise Pollution
Rank 11 globally 78
UV Radiation
Rank 161 globally 15
Tap Water Safety
Rank 119 globally 82
Sanitation
Rank 155 globally 48
Waste Management
Rank 200 globally 10
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Life Expectancy
Rank 180 globally 50
Infectious Diseases
Rank 141 globally 68
Obesity Rate
Rank 219 globally 40
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 158 globally 32
Mental Health
Rank 119 globally 62
Suicide Rate
Rank 219 globally 28
Maternal Mortality
Rank 171 globally 39
Vaccination Rate
Rank 185 globally 76
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 18 globally 87
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 209 globally 61
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 89 globally 87
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 21 globally 90
Social Security Burden
Rank 1 globally 100
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 60 globally 78
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 189 globally 1
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 62 globally 69
Capital Market Depth
Rank 165 globally 55
Business Credit Access
Rank 167 globally 49
Investor Protection
Rank 134 globally 48
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 179 globally 38
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 85 globally 73
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 181 globally 39
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 197 globally 34

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

53
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 187 globally 22
Banking Stability
Rank 76 globally 79
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 162 globally 75
Fintech Development
Rank 216 globally 5
ATM Availability
Rank 178 globally 44
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

24
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 214 globally 10
Crypto Regulation
Rank 203 globally 22
Legal Status
Rank 202 globally 22
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 209 globally 5
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 204 globally 4

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

48
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 213 globally 5
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 17 globally 85
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 168 globally 48
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 19 globally 75
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 149 globally 53
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 13 globally 73
Days to Register a Company
Rank 146 globally 47

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 191 globally 30
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 157 globally 77
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 21 globally 86
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 196 globally 62
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 90 globally 61
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 207 globally 50
Central Bank Independence
Rank 136 globally 63
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 78 globally 68
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 32 globally 90
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 152 globally 24
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 203 globally 8
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 44
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 155 globally 69
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 198 globally 27
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 133 globally 31
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

58
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 119 globally 42
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 116 globally 55
Electricity Cost
Rank 189 globally 42
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 101 globally 95

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

59
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 150 globally 36
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 113 globally 58
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 106 globally 59
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 104 globally 67
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 97 globally 64
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 91 globally 72
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 156 globally 47

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 123 globally 64
Burger Menu Price
Rank 126 globally 76
Cappuccino (Café)
Rank 155 globally 58
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 149 globally 62
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 159 globally 67
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 174 globally 59
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 153 globally 58
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 157 globally 46
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 162 globally 56

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

73
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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 169 globally 49
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 133 globally 79
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 57 globally 96
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 211 globally 25
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 194 globally 38
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 197 globally 47
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 197 globally 57
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 193 globally 44

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 133 globally 70
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 124 globally 74
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 127 globally 72
Local Services Cost
Rank 131 globally 67
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 212 globally 10
Port Connectivity
Rank 175 globally 8
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Road Quality
Rank 184 globally 29
Traffic Congestion
Rank 6 globally 88
Road Density
Rank 106 globally 58
Traffic Deaths
Rank 60 globally 85
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 3

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

56
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Power Outages
Rank 148 globally 72
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 202 globally 10
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 154 globally 20
CO2 Intensity
Rank 185 globally 24
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 155 globally 14
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

23
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Transit Coverage
Rank 216 globally 12
Transit Punctuality
Rank 191 globally 42
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 93 globally 56
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 208 globally 33
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 137 globally 55
Burnout Risk
Rank 64 globally 62
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

69
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 113 globally 61
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 213 globally 41
Rainy Days
Rank 212 globally 46
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 33 globally 98
Seasonal Variation
Rank 1 globally 100

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

45
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Beach Quality
Rank 58 globally 77
Mountain Access
Rank 178 globally 18
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 224 globally 0
Biodiversity Index
Rank 130 globally 58
Forest Cover
Rank 1 globally 100

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

37
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 187 globally 17
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 137 globally 54
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 213 globally 16
Recovery Time
Rank 144 globally 63

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 212 globally 18
Cinema Density
Rank 216 globally 0
Cultural Freedom
Rank 126 globally 52
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 220 globally 39
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 207 globally 18
Restaurant Density
Rank 219 globally 12
Street Food Scene
Rank 221 globally 10
Local Market Quality
Rank 215 globally 20
Café Culture
Rank 214 globally 12
Local Freshness
Rank 220 globally 18
Local Authenticity
Rank 179 globally 24

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

44
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 57 globally 96
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 120 globally 21
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 71
Child Safety Score
Rank 137 globally 55
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 147 globally 10
Playground Density
Rank 165 globally 30

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 178 globally 25
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 142 globally 50
Pet Food Prices
Rank 149 globally 48
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 160 globally 25
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 118 globally 50
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 124 globally 66
E-Government
Rank 172 globally 48
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 134 globally 57
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 141 globally 54
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 175 globally 28
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 155 globally 50
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 132 globally 61
Border Openness
Rank 109 globally 68
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 156 globally 43
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 13 globally 96
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 110 globally 41
Remote Work Legality
Rank 160 globally 46
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 115 globally 65
Remote Job Market
Rank 178 globally 43
Coworking Density
Rank 211 globally 15
Nomad Community
Rank 178 globally 21
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 177 globally 32
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 123 globally 58
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 122 globally 61
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 123 globally 58
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 110 globally 59
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 149 globally 51
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 159 globally 50
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 124 globally 59
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 120 globally 60
Residence Status Stability
Rank 106 globally 64
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 123 globally 57
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 116 globally 57
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 33 globally 78
Local Language Barrier
Rank 45 globally 71
Integration Ease
Rank 98 globally 67
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 112 globally 62
Expat Community Size
Rank 109 globally 38
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 91 globally 66
International Schools
Rank 149 globally 39
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 110 globally 59
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 116 globally 47
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 118 globally 54
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 118 globally 51
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 130 globally 53
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 107 globally 49
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 158 globally 46
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 146 globally 48
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 171 globally 48
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 186 globally 34
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 160 globally 44
Accommodation Availability
Rank 196 globally 29
Booking & Transparency
Rank 157 globally 48

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 189 globally 29
Digital Travel Services
Rank 190 globally 37
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 185 globally 46
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 136 globally 59
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 197 globally 28
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 160 globally 48
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 167 globally 52
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 201 globally 30
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 83 globally 73
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 141 globally 56
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 174 globally 48

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

81
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Hotel Cost
Rank 116 globally 79
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 124 globally 79
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 117 globally 83
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 107 globally 86
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 106 globally 78
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 201 globally 78
Off-Season Usability
Rank 190 globally 57
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 182 globally 52
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 166 globally 78
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

67
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Press Freedom
Rank 88 globally 65
Democracy Index
Rank 104 globally 65
Personal Freedom
Rank 114 globally 65
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 87 globally 73

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 174 globally 82
PISA Score
Rank 182 globally 12
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 141 globally 30
Education Expenditure
Rank 228 globally 0
School Life Expectancy
Rank 157 globally 63
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 168 globally 17
Gini Index
Rank 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 173 globally 21
Social Mobility Score
Rank 167 globally 30
Social Cohesion
Rank 109 globally 55
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Gender Equality
Rank 117 globally 58
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 99 globally 60
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 113 globally 51
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 120 globally 47
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 116 globally 51

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

31
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 146 globally 18
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 125 globally 36
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 130 globally 37
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 133 globally 33
Pride Culture
Rank 124 globally 28
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Disability Support Score
Rank 152 globally 38
Public Accessibility
Rank 132 globally 44
Digital Accessibility
Rank 145 globally 43
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 141 globally 48

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

60
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 91 globally 80
Secularization Score
Rank 139 globally 39
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 150 globally 30
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 113 globally 67

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 61 globally 78
Fertility Rate
Rank 89 globally 75
Population Growth
Rank 154 globally 30
Net Migration Rate
Rank 223 globally 17
Urbanization Rate
Rank 215 globally 9
Foreign Population Share
Rank 82 globally 54
Population Density
Rank 149 globally 53
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 191 globally 40
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 173 globally 86
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14