Country profile

Niger: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Niger 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 Food & Basic Goods stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Internet & Connectivity.

Overall rating 39.14 points
Global rank Rank 217 globally
Continental rank Rank 51 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 Niger

Why is Niger 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 Niger?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as residence, visas and settling abroad deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Internet & Connectivity.

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

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 Niger 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

Niger 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 residence, visas and settling abroad still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Niger

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

53
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Homicide Rate
Rank 138 globally 85
Petty Crime Index
Rank 200 globally 36
Women's Safety
Rank 210 globally 30
Organized Crime
Rank 193 globally 37
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 215 globally 29
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 212 globally 27
Political Violence
Rank 218 globally 15
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 209 globally 41
Terrorism Risk
Rank 227 globally 22

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

67
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Flood Risk
Rank 110 globally 48
Storm Risk
Rank 17 globally 94
Earthquake Risk
Rank 9 globally 94
Drought Risk
Rank 220 globally 16
Wildfire Risk
Rank 173 globally 37
Landslide Risk
Rank 26 globally 81
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 128 globally 92

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

39
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State Surveillance
Rank 179 globally 41
Internet Censorship
Rank 181 globally 40
Internet Freedom
Rank 183 globally 39
Data Protection Laws
Rank 194 globally 27
VPN Access
Rank 183 globally 48
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 194 globally 46
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Rule of Law
Rank 206 globally 25
Property Rights Security
Rank 205 globally 24
Corruption Perception
Rank 166 globally 32
Police Effectiveness
Rank 209 globally 27
Expropriation Risk
Rank 200 globally 24
Extradition Risk
Rank 86 globally 46

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

31
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Political Stability
Rank 213 globally 16
Economic Resilience
Rank 145 globally 56
Government Efficiency
Rank 212 globally 26
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 223 globally 22
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 216 globally 27
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 222 globally 29
Emergency Care
Rank 215 globally 24
Medicine Access
Rank 216 globally 27
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 214 globally 25
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 211 globally 33
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 197 globally 36
Doctor Density
Rank 228 globally 1
Hospital Beds
Rank 224 globally 6
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 222 globally 30
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 210 globally 18

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 214 globally 0
Noise Pollution
Rank 138 globally 50
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 197 globally 42
Sanitation
Rank 227 globally 11
Waste Management
Rank 195 globally 12
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Life Expectancy
Rank 219 globally 33
Infectious Diseases
Rank 209 globally 33
Obesity Rate
Rank 13 globally 92
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 227 globally 5
Mental Health
Rank 207 globally 46
Suicide Rate
Rank 128 globally 54
Maternal Mortality
Rank 208 globally 21
Vaccination Rate
Rank 163 globally 83
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 10 globally 91
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 135 globally 75
๐Ÿ’ธ Finance & Taxes ShowHide

Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 36 globally 93
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 130 globally 46
Social Security Burden
Rank 168 globally 58
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 177 globally 40
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 128 globally 75
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 146 globally 14
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 184 globally 56
Capital Market Depth
Rank 206 globally 42
Business Credit Access
Rank 206 globally 36
Investor Protection
Rank 198 globally 28
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 183 globally 37
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 183 globally 61
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 214 globally 29
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 206 globally 30

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

46
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 210 globally 17
Banking Stability
Rank 175 globally 60
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 195 globally 69
Fintech Development
Rank 199 globally 15
ATM Availability
Rank 221 globally 11
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

19
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 207 globally 12
Crypto Regulation
Rank 203 globally 22
Legal Status
Rank 198 globally 23
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 6
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 143 globally 54
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 204 globally 4

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

59
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 135 globally 35
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 17 globally 85
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 111 globally 62
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 215 globally 22
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 132 globally 55
Days to Register a Company
Rank 134 globally 49

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

54
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 218 globally 15
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 190 globally 59
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 115 globally 59
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 3 globally 95
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 178 globally 48
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 165 globally 71
Central Bank Independence
Rank 161 globally 59
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 116 globally 61
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 174 globally 55
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 208 globally 8
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 203 globally 8
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 2 globally 99
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 155 globally 69
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 198 globally 27
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 200 globally 10
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

81
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 12 globally 74
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 16 globally 81
Electricity Cost
Rank 100 globally 72
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 1 globally 100
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

94
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 15 globally 90
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 16 globally 94
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 8 globally 98
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 22 globally 91
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 23 globally 86
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 13 globally 98
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 26 globally 92

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 (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

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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 80 globally 68
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 1 globally 100
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 18 globally 98
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 4 globally 99
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Internet Cost
Rank 181 globally 41
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 150 globally 55
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 136 globally 72
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 140 globally 82
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 95 globally 65

Personal Services

4 indicators

96
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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
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Logistics Performance
Rank 188 globally 10
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 218 globally 8
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
35
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Road Quality
Rank 203 globally 22
Traffic Congestion
Rank 32 globally 72
Road Density
Rank 227 globally 28
Traffic Deaths
Rank 187 globally 43
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 219 globally 1

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 214 globally 11
Electrification Rate
Rank 212 globally 19
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 156 globally 25
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 195 globally 10
CO2 Intensity
Rank 147 globally 33
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 209 globally 15
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 212 globally 0
Mobile Speed
Rank 210 globally 25
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

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Transit Coverage
Rank 216 globally 12
Transit Punctuality
Rank 222 globally 35
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 222 globally 3
Walkability Score
Rank 222 globally 28
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 202 globally 42
Burnout Risk
Rank 192 globally 35
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 228 globally 15
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 212 globally 45
Rainy Days
Rank 16 globally 90
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 220 globally 22
Seasonal Variation
Rank 191 globally 56

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

32
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 168 globally 20
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 88 globally 70
Biodiversity Index
Rank 145 globally 55
Forest Cover
Rank 208 globally 1

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

30
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 222 globally 9
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 205 globally 35
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 218 globally 15
Recovery Time
Rank 120 globally 67

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 208 globally 20
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 196 globally 25
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 163 globally 56
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 198 globally 20
Restaurant Density
Rank 199 globally 20
Street Food Scene
Rank 191 globally 22
Local Market Quality
Rank 181 globally 29
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 214 globally 12
Local Freshness
Rank 180 globally 31
Local Authenticity
Rank 209 globally 20

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

26
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 1 globally 100
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 213 globally 19
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 187 globally 17
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 225 globally 7
Child Safety Score
Rank 221 globally 22
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 220 globally 4
Playground Density
Rank 216 globally 15

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 193 globally 25
Veterinary Quality
Rank 216 globally 10
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 166 globally 40
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 204 globally 22
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 201 globally 35
E-Government
Rank 219 globally 28
Visa Processing Time
Rank 181 globally 38
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 211 globally 32
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 216 globally 22
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 216 globally 14
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 212 globally 30
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 213 globally 14
Border Openness
Rank 205 globally 0
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 218 globally 8
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 117 globally 88
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 205 globally 18
Remote Work Legality
Rank 155 globally 47
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 198 globally 42
Remote Job Market
Rank 213 globally 29
Coworking Density
Rank 206 globally 17
Nomad Community
Rank 218 globally 8
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 214 globally 16
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 28
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 31
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 196 globally 42
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 32
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 215 globally 20
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 197 globally 43
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 193 globally 9
Family Reunification
Rank 214 globally 22
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 195 globally 33
Residence Status Stability
Rank 206 globally 31
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 208 globally 26
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

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 221 globally 12
Local Language Barrier
Rank 217 globally 25
Integration Ease
Rank 214 globally 41
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 210 globally 37
Expat Community Size
Rank 211 globally 18
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 207 globally 38
International Schools
Rank 214 globally 23
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 207 globally 30
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 196 globally 22
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 201 globally 25
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 195 globally 24
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 210 globally 24
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 201 globally 26
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 207 globally 31
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 223 globally 20
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 216 globally 24
Accommodation Availability
Rank 223 globally 18
Booking & Transparency
Rank 216 globally 26

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 222 globally 15
Digital Travel Services
Rank 218 globally 29
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 214 globally 32
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 217 globally 25
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 214 globally 24
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 219 globally 25
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 211 globally 35
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 217 globally 25
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 226 globally 13
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 224 globally 19
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 190 globally 43

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 9 globally 97
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 11 globally 98
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 159 globally 81
Off-Season Usability
Rank 217 globally 49
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 220 globally 43
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 38 globally 87
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

43
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Press Freedom
Rank 156 globally 42
Democracy Index
Rank 164 globally 39
Personal Freedom
Rank 173 globally 50
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 159 globally 39

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 225 globally 4
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
School Life Expectancy
Rank 226 globally 35
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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 197 globally 29
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 221 globally 9
Social Mobility Score
Rank 223 globally 11
Social Cohesion
Rank 210 globally 26
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Gender Equality
Rank 205 globally 33
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 207 globally 28
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 200 globally 25
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 200 globally 22
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 204 globally 23

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

23
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 127 globally 33
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 181 globally 21
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 194 globally 18
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 168 globally 22
Pride Culture
Rank 191 globally 14
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Disability Support Score
Rank 221 globally 11
Public Accessibility
Rank 216 globally 16
Digital Accessibility
Rank 216 globally 16
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 219 globally 18

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

16
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 206 globally 21
Secularization Score
Rank 212 globally 11
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 214 globally 8
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 212 globally 16

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 1 globally 100
Fertility Rate
Rank 221 globally 10
Population Growth
Rank 1 globally 96
Net Migration Rate
Rank 103 globally 48
Urbanization Rate
Rank 224 globally 2
Foreign Population Share
Rank 186 globally 25
Population Density
Rank 26 globally 77
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 131 globally 50
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 223 globally 5