Country profile

Mozambique: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Mozambique is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Personal Services, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs 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 Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 46.05 points
Global rank Rank 195 globally
Continental rank Rank 35 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 Mozambique

Why is Mozambique especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation.

Which topics stand out positively for Mozambique?

Personal Services, Dining & Going Out 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 social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Basic Infrastructure & Logistics and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Mozambique 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

Mozambique 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 travel, accommodation and visitor usability 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

All ratings and indicators for Mozambique

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

56
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Homicide Rate
Rank 124 globally 87
Petty Crime Index
Rank 196 globally 37
Women's Safety
Rank 195 globally 39
Organized Crime
Rank 205 globally 34
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 199 globally 45
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 204 globally 38
Political Violence
Rank 206 globally 24
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 189 globally 63
Terrorism Risk
Rank 215 globally 40

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

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Flood Risk
Rank 209 globally 28
Storm Risk
Rank 123 globally 72
Earthquake Risk
Rank 113 globally 66
Drought Risk
Rank 170 globally 50
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 72 globally 62
Tsunami Risk
Rank 148 globally 50
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

46
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State Surveillance
Rank 165 globally 48
Internet Censorship
Rank 168 globally 49
Internet Freedom
Rank 169 globally 45
Data Protection Laws
Rank 169 globally 33
VPN Access
Rank 166 globally 56
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 189 globally 47
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Rule of Law
Rank 188 globally 35
Property Rights Security
Rank 192 globally 33
Corruption Perception
Rank 199 globally 23
Police Effectiveness
Rank 193 globally 35
Expropriation Risk
Rank 184 globally 28
Extradition Risk
Rank 78 globally 48

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

34
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Political Stability
Rank 207 globally 23
Economic Resilience
Rank 193 globally 47
Government Efficiency
Rank 192 globally 37
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 208 globally 28
❤️ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 204 globally 34
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 167 globally 55
Emergency Care
Rank 198 globally 34
Medicine Access
Rank 186 globally 45
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 198 globally 35
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 201 globally 39
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 35 globally 87
Doctor Density
Rank 200 globally 7
Hospital Beds
Rank 195 globally 15
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 208 globally 45
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 193 globally 29

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 130 globally 66
Noise Pollution
Rank 87 globally 58
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 210 globally 33
Sanitation
Rank 178 globally 37
Waste Management
Rank 227 globally 1
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Life Expectancy
Rank 210 globally 39
Infectious Diseases
Rank 228 globally 21
Obesity Rate
Rank 29 globally 87
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 205 globally 15
Mental Health
Rank 215 globally 43
Suicide Rate
Rank 214 globally 31
Maternal Mortality
Rank 161 globally 44
Vaccination Rate
Rank 206 globally 65
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 15 globally 87
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 169 globally 70
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 27 globally 94
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 124 globally 52
Social Security Burden
Rank 69 globally 84
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 131 globally 49
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 221 globally 32
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 58
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 179 globally 88
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 118 globally 64
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 119 globally 22
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 196 globally 53
Capital Market Depth
Rank 206 globally 42
Business Credit Access
Rank 186 globally 44
Investor Protection
Rank 195 globally 31
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 189 globally 36
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 178 globally 62
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 191 globally 37
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 161 globally 43

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 177 globally 24
Banking Stability
Rank 160 globally 68
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 174 globally 73
Fintech Development
Rank 146 globally 45
ATM Availability
Rank 194 globally 33
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 98 globally 52
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

27
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 140 globally 25
Crypto Regulation
Rank 158 globally 30
Legal Status
Rank 156 globally 34
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 155 globally 11
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 139 globally 55
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 163 globally 7

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

52
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 160 globally 25
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 87 globally 70
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 50 globally 74
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 210 globally 20
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 174 globally 44
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 183 globally 48
Days to Register a Company
Rank 152 globally 45

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 224 globally 12
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 153 globally 78
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 210 globally 22
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 148 globally 76
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 194 globally 46
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 48 globally 97
Central Bank Independence
Rank 173 globally 57
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 152 globally 54
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 202 globally 36
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 204 globally 9
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 210 globally 7
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 138 globally 69
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 183 globally 35
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 205 globally 9
🏠 Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 17 globally 73
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 8 globally 89
Electricity Cost
Rank 81 globally 80
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 77 globally 60
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 63 globally 81
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 61 globally 77
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 66 globally 80
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 52 globally 78
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 63 globally 86
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 43 globally 87

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 13 globally 92
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Café)
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 43 globally 85
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 60 globally 95

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 138 globally 60
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 108 globally 84
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 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 90 globally 73
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 76 globally 87
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 96 globally 89
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 95 globally 65

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 15 globally 93
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 8 globally 97
Local Services Cost
Rank 15 globally 95
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 192 globally 15
Port Connectivity
Rank 92 globally 22
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Road Quality
Rank 197 globally 25
Traffic Congestion
Rank 81 globally 58
Road Density
Rank 216 globally 37
Traffic Deaths
Rank 217 globally 22
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 199 globally 2

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 195 globally 31
Electrification Rate
Rank 198 globally 40
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 106 globally 50
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 16 globally 90
CO2 Intensity
Rank 47 globally 62
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 212 globally 0
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

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Transit Coverage
Rank 196 globally 20
Transit Punctuality
Rank 203 globally 40
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
🌿 Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 171 globally 40
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 49 globally 80
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 207 globally 40
Burnout Risk
Rank 192 globally 35
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 37 globally 73
Sunshine Hours
Rank 63 globally 88
Humidity Comfort
Rank 46 globally 91
Rainy Days
Rank 67 globally 72
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 100 globally 83

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

66
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Beach Quality
Rank 91 globally 66
Mountain Access
Rank 151 globally 25
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 42 globally 98
Biodiversity Index
Rank 43 globally 79
Forest Cover
Rank 64 globally 61

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 198 globally 13
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 94 globally 64
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 192 globally 20
Recovery Time
Rank 171 globally 59

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 161 globally 30
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 168 globally 35
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 179 globally 24
Restaurant Density
Rank 172 globally 27
Street Food Scene
Rank 169 globally 27
Local Market Quality
Rank 159 globally 34
Café Culture
Rank 178 globally 20
Local Freshness
Rank 159 globally 37
Local Authenticity
Rank 179 globally 24

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

29
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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 216 globally 25
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 204 globally 5
Playground Density
Rank 216 globally 15

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 207 globally 15
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 3 globally 80
Pet Food Prices
Rank 3 globally 75
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 196 globally 18
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 166 globally 40
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 189 globally 28
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 176 globally 51
E-Government
Rank 206 globally 35
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 191 globally 42
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 201 globally 33
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 197 globally 20
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 205 globally 32
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 179 globally 40
Border Openness
Rank 182 globally 33
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 188 globally 28
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 28 globally 94
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 177 globally 29
Remote Work Legality
Rank 116 globally 55
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 171 globally 50
Remote Job Market
Rank 194 globally 39
Coworking Density
Rank 177 globally 25
Nomad Community
Rank 183 globally 20
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 202 globally 23
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 182 globally 42
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 184 globally 44
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 164 globally 49
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 181 globally 41
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 199 globally 31
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 190 globally 36
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 175 globally 41
Residence Status Stability
Rank 188 globally 41
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 189 globally 37
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 172 globally 21
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 169 globally 33
Local Language Barrier
Rank 184 globally 36
Integration Ease
Rank 191 globally 49
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 184 globally 46
Expat Community Size
Rank 197 globally 23
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 187 globally 45
International Schools
Rank 181 globally 33
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 178 globally 39
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 157 globally 31
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 174 globally 34
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 164 globally 32
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 185 globally 36
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 163 globally 39
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 189 globally 35
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 194 globally 31
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 180 globally 43
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 200 globally 28
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 193 globally 33
Accommodation Availability
Rank 196 globally 29
Booking & Transparency
Rank 193 globally 35

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Travel Services
Rank 187 globally 38
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 182 globally 47
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 196 globally 38
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 204 globally 27
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 194 globally 37
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 95 globally 66
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 189 globally 33
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 136 globally 60
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 159 globally 51
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 74 globally 73

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

93
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Hotel Cost
Rank 17 globally 96
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 59 globally 91
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 174 globally 80
Off-Season Usability
Rank 196 globally 56
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 201 globally 48
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 81 globally 85
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 135 globally 52
Democracy Index
Rank 161 globally 40
Personal Freedom
Rank 164 globally 53
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 161 globally 37

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 206 globally 65
PISA Score
Rank 213 globally 0
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 206 globally 8
Education Expenditure
Rank 41 globally 92
School Life Expectancy
Rank 201 globally 50
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 160 globally 0
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 218 globally 10
Gini Index
Rank 216 globally 23
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 221 globally 9
Social Mobility Score
Rank 221 globally 12
Social Cohesion
Rank 202 globally 32
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Gender Equality
Rank 168 globally 46
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 179 globally 40
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 153 globally 37
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 151 globally 37
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 160 globally 35

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

32
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 118 globally 36
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 133 globally 33
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 159 globally 28
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 114 globally 37
Pride Culture
Rank 156 globally 21
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Disability Support Score
Rank 206 globally 18
Public Accessibility
Rank 199 globally 25
Digital Accessibility
Rank 197 globally 24
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 199 globally 28

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

58
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 144 globally 69
Secularization Score
Rank 154 globally 36
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 31 globally 52
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 140 globally 62

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 5 globally 95
Fertility Rate
Rank 211 globally 25
Population Growth
Rank 12 globally 78
Net Migration Rate
Rank 89 globally 50
Urbanization Rate
Rank 183 globally 27
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 58 globally 68
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 48 globally 60
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 12 globally 92
Single-Person Households
Rank 188 globally 12