Country profile

Myanmar: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Myanmar 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 challenging overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Legal Protection & Property and Welcome Culture for Foreigners.

Overall rating 42.41 points
Global rank Rank 213 globally
Continental rank Rank 44 in Asia

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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 Myanmar

Why is Myanmar 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 Myanmar?

Dining & Going Out, Food & Basic Goods and Vacation Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Legal Protection & Property and Welcome Culture for Foreigners.

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

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 Myanmar 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

Category
Costs Rank 2 globally 90 Rating

Weaknesses

Comparisons and related countries

Myanmar 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; residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Myanmar vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 59 points better on Relocation & Residency than Myanmar.
  • Myanmar vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 57 points better on Relocation & Residency than Myanmar.
  • Myanmar vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 58 points better on Society & Participation than Myanmar.
  • Myanmar vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 65 points better on Society & Participation than Myanmar.
  • Myanmar vs. United States
    United States performs about 54 points better on Relocation & Residency than Myanmar.

All ratings and indicators for Myanmar

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

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Homicide Rate
Rank 110 globally 89
Petty Crime Index
Rank 182 globally 39
Women's Safety
Rank 219 globally 20
Organized Crime
Rank 229 globally 20
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 208 globally 38
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 221 globally 15
Political Violence
Rank 221 globally 11
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 217 globally 28
Terrorism Risk
Rank 216 globally 38

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

44
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Flood Risk
Rank 218 globally 22
Storm Risk
Rank 171 globally 55
Earthquake Risk
Rank 184 globally 36
Drought Risk
Rank 31 globally 83
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 208 globally 28
Tsunami Risk
Rank 194 globally 31
Volcano Risk
Rank 145 globally 89

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

17
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State Surveillance
Rank 217 globally 16
Internet Censorship
Rank 218 globally 12
Internet Freedom
Rank 221 globally 15
Data Protection Laws
Rank 208 globally 22
VPN Access
Rank 218 globally 14
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 211 globally 40
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Rule of Law
Rank 215 globally 18
Property Rights Security
Rank 219 globally 12
Corruption Perception
Rank 216 globally 16
Police Effectiveness
Rank 217 globally 16
Expropriation Risk
Rank 221 globally 3
Extradition Risk
Rank 202 globally 32

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

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Political Stability
Rank 223 globally 5
Economic Resilience
Rank 218 globally 22
Government Efficiency
Rank 216 globally 22
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 179 globally 38
โค๏ธ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 197 globally 37
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 208 globally 35
Emergency Care
Rank 214 globally 26
Medicine Access
Rank 217 globally 26
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 216 globally 23
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 35
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 223 globally 11
Doctor Density
Rank 156 globally 26
Hospital Beds
Rank 173 globally 21
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 183 globally 65
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 189 globally 30

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 187 globally 39
Noise Pollution
Rank 187 globally 38
UV Radiation
Rank 103 globally 26
Tap Water Safety
Rank 159 globally 64
Sanitation
Rank 124 globally 64
Waste Management
Rank 119 globally 37
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Life Expectancy
Rank 185 globally 49
Infectious Diseases
Rank 175 globally 52
Obesity Rate
Rank 17 globally 90
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 188 globally 21
Mental Health
Rank 163 globally 56
Suicide Rate
Rank 27 globally 89
Maternal Mortality
Rank 186 globally 33
Vaccination Rate
Rank 200 globally 71
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 186 globally 47
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 121 globally 76
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 36 globally 93
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 37 globally 90
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 112 globally 79
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 30 globally 85
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 183 globally 50
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 100 globally 30
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 212 globally 46
Capital Market Depth
Rank 200 globally 45
Business Credit Access
Rank 208 globally 35
Investor Protection
Rank 219 globally 14
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 219 globally 21
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 204 globally 51
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 204 globally 33
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 201 globally 32

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

41
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 218 globally 13
Banking Stability
Rank 203 globally 45
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 219 globally 36
Fintech Development
Rank 162 globally 38
ATM Availability
Rank 197 globally 31
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 152 globally 42
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 1 globally 98
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

21
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 163 globally 22
Crypto Regulation
Rank 220 globally 17
Legal Status
Rank 191 globally 25
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 177 globally 8
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 157 globally 50
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 189 globally 5

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

44
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 199 globally 10
Transaction Costs
Rank 196 globally 45
Affordability
Rank 124 globally 60
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 74 globally 68
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 86 globally 45
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 203 globally 30
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 220 globally 35
Days to Register a Company
Rank 217 globally 19

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 182 globally 36
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 193 globally 58
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 155 globally 48
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 213 globally 49
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 216 globally 37
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 215 globally 45
Central Bank Independence
Rank 199 globally 44
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 153 globally 53
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 90 globally 78
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 204 globally 9
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 203 globally 8
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 42 globally 90
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 83 globally 77
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 201 globally 26
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 200 globally 10
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

84
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 27 globally 68
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 16 globally 81
Electricity Cost
Rank 11 globally 97
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 10 globally 93
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 13 globally 96
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 4 globally 99
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 1 globally 100
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 6 globally 92
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 1 globally 100
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 12 globally 95

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 1 globally 100
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 7 globally 96
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 39 globally 77
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 18 globally 94
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 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 16 globally 91
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 17 globally 92
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 13 globally 98
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 19 globally 99
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 84 globally 67

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 6 globally 95
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 151 globally 63
Local Services Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
22
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Logistics Performance
Rank 166 globally 14
Rail Network Density
Rank 70 globally 34
Airport Connectivity
Rank 162 globally 22
Port Connectivity
Rank 92 globally 22
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Road Quality
Rank 184 globally 29
Traffic Congestion
Rank 134 globally 46
Road Density
Rank 134 globally 54
Traffic Deaths
Rank 158 globally 55
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 183 globally 41
Electrification Rate
Rank 189 globally 50
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 106 globally 50
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 62 globally 55
CO2 Intensity
Rank 121 globally 39
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 161 globally 35
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 172 globally 7
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

28
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Transit Coverage
Rank 179 globally 25
Transit Punctuality
Rank 203 globally 40
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 181 globally 40
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 208 globally 33
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 202 globally 42
Burnout Risk
Rank 204 globally 32
Public Holidays
Rank 6 globally 88

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 138 globally 57
Sunshine Hours
Rank 129 globally 78
Humidity Comfort
Rank 165 globally 51
Rainy Days
Rank 181 globally 54
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 109 globally 79

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

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Beach Quality
Rank 83 globally 71
Mountain Access
Rank 46 globally 66
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 189 globally 22
Biodiversity Index
Rank 25 globally 84
Forest Cover
Rank 71 globally 57

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 163 globally 24
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 153 globally 50
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 177 globally 24
Recovery Time
Rank 209 globally 52

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 110 globally 16
Music & Nightlife
Rank 161 globally 30
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 215 globally 15
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 199 globally 53
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 70 globally 47
Restaurant Density
Rank 87 globally 50
Street Food Scene
Rank 58 globally 51
Local Market Quality
Rank 79 globally 55
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 108 globally 40
Local Freshness
Rank 81 globally 59
Local Authenticity
Rank 62 globally 47

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 152 globally 64
Child Safety Score
Rank 188 globally 38
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 180 globally 25

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 175 globally 30
Veterinary Quality
Rank 162 globally 30
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 11 globally 78
Pet Food Prices
Rank 13 globally 72
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 204 globally 15
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 190 globally 38
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 189 globally 28
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 203 globally 33
E-Government
Rank 175 globally 47
Visa Processing Time
Rank 198 globally 32
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 212 globally 31
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 214 globally 23
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 207 globally 17
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 192 globally 36
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 199 globally 22
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 205 globally 17
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 214 globally 10
Remote Work Legality
Rank 151 globally 48
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 211 globally 35
Remote Job Market
Rank 194 globally 39
Coworking Density
Rank 136 globally 35
Nomad Community
Rank 170 globally 23
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 193 globally 26
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 215 globally 18
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 214 globally 23
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 213 globally 25
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 216 globally 6
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 209 globally 23
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 219 globally 17
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 208 globally 23
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 209 globally 24
Residence Status Stability
Rank 213 globally 24
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 211 globally 25
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 212 globally 11
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 215 globally 20
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 173 globally 31
Local Language Barrier
Rank 193 globally 34
Integration Ease
Rank 208 globally 45
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 213 globally 35
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 213 globally 35
International Schools
Rank 193 globally 30
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 197 globally 34
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 219 globally 9
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 218 globally 14
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 225 globally 3
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 213 globally 21
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 211 globally 18
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 211 globally 24
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 212 globally 20
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 219 globally 21
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 164 globally 41
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 212 globally 27
Accommodation Availability
Rank 154 globally 39
Booking & Transparency
Rank 214 globally 27

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 192 globally 28
Digital Travel Services
Rank 178 globally 41
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 213 globally 34
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 202 globally 34
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 177 globally 32
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 199 globally 36
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 201 globally 42
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 170 globally 38
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 175 globally 42
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 183 globally 42
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 192 globally 42

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 23 globally 96
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 7 globally 96
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 10 globally 95
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 220 globally 71
Off-Season Usability
Rank 202 globally 54
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 193 globally 50
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 150 globally 79
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 225 globally 14
Democracy Index
Rank 201 globally 22
Personal Freedom
Rank 214 globally 38
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 209 globally 12

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 149 globally 90
PISA Score
Rank 191 globally 9
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 180 globally 18
Education Expenditure
Rank 224 globally 25
School Life Expectancy
Rank 186 globally 55
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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 79 globally 63
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 144 globally 25
Housing Support Score
Rank 173 globally 21
Social Mobility Score
Rank 171 globally 29
Social Cohesion
Rank 219 globally 22
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Gender Equality
Rank 207 globally 32
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 218 globally 20
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 218 globally 13
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 219 globally 11
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 220 globally 12

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 173 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 209 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 210 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 207 globally 12
Pride Culture
Rank 211 globally 6
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Disability Support Score
Rank 214 globally 14
Public Accessibility
Rank 216 globally 16
Digital Accessibility
Rank 207 globally 21
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 213 globally 23

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

29
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 186 globally 39
Secularization Score
Rank 190 globally 19
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 164 globally 28
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 193 globally 25

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 85 globally 68
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 120 globally 38
Net Migration Rate
Rank 129 globally 43
Urbanization Rate
Rank 196 globally 20
Foreign Population Share
Rank 216 globally 23
Population Density
Rank 101 globally 60
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 48 globally 60
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14