Country profile

Norway: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Norway is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Society & Participation and Safety & Risk, while Electricity & Energy, Inclusion & Accessibility and LGBTQ+ Friendliness stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Personal Services.

Overall rating 76.04 points
Global rank Rank 6 globally
Continental rank Rank 6 in Europe

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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 Norway

Why is Norway especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Society & Participation and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Norway?

Electricity & Energy, Inclusion & Accessibility and LGBTQ+ Friendliness show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Personal Services.

How important is freedom, participation and the social environment for Norway?

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 Norway 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

Norway is especially useful to compare with Spain, Germany and Denmark, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Sweden and Portugal work as contrast comparisons when social freedom, participation and openness as well as safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Frequently asked questions: Norway

Norway: what is the cost profile?

The Costs category currently stands at 29 out of 100 points. High values mean lower or more manageable everyday cost conditions. The details are linked in the cost ranking.

Norway: what is the safety profile?

The Safety & Risk category currently stands at 88 out of 100 points. High values mean a more favorable safety and risk profile. The individual topics are linked in the safety ranking.

All ratings and indicators for Norway

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

87
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Homicide Rate
Rank 36 globally 95
Petty Crime Index
Rank 9 globally 88
Women's Safety
Rank 2 globally 93
Organized Crime
Rank 28 globally 69
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 8 globally 95
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 110 globally 75
93
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 104 globally 92
Political Violence
Rank 10 globally 92
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 4 globally 96
Terrorism Risk
Rank 161 globally 93

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

71
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Flood Risk
Rank 116 globally 47
Storm Risk
Rank 152 globally 62
Earthquake Risk
Rank 67 globally 82
Drought Risk
Rank 7 globally 90
Wildfire Risk
Rank 16 globally 90
Landslide Risk
Rank 129 globally 48
Tsunami Risk
Rank 68 globally 82
Volcano Risk
Rank 154 globally 86

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

94
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State Surveillance
Rank 2 globally 93
Internet Censorship
Rank 2 globally 96
Internet Freedom
Rank 2 globally 95
Data Protection Laws
Rank 5 globally 95
VPN Access
Rank 2 globally 98
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 4 globally 86
88
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Rule of Law
Rank 1 globally 93
Property Rights Security
Rank 2 globally 92
Corruption Perception
Rank 7 globally 82
Police Effectiveness
Rank 1 globally 92
Expropriation Risk
Rank 4 globally 92
Extradition Risk
Rank 168 globally 36

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

88
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Political Stability
Rank 2 globally 92
Economic Resilience
Rank 5 globally 85
Government Efficiency
Rank 4 globally 92
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 4 globally 82
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

83
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 9 globally 83
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 3 globally 88
Emergency Care
Rank 9 globally 85
Medicine Access
Rank 5 globally 86
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 2 globally 91
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 30 globally 77
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 61 globally 83
Doctor Density
Rank 11 globally 85
Hospital Beds
Rank 71 globally 51
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 223 globally 18
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 11 globally 85

Environmental Health

6 indicators

91
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 9 globally 98
Noise Pollution
Rank 7 globally 80
UV Radiation
Rank 4 globally 90
Tap Water Safety
Rank 29 globally 99
Sanitation
Rank 91 globally 81
Waste Management
Rank 11 globally 89
84
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Life Expectancy
Rank 15 globally 95
Infectious Diseases
Rank 9 globally 92
Obesity Rate
Rank 84 globally 75
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 9 globally 84
Mental Health
Rank 12 globally 77
Suicide Rate
Rank 170 globally 46
Maternal Mortality
Rank 1 globally 100
Vaccination Rate
Rank 39 globally 96
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 112 globally 62
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 141 globally 74
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

43
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 216 globally 46
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 211 globally 23
Social Security Burden
Rank 138 globally 68
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 223 globally 21
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 224 globally 20
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 224 globally 20
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 25 globally 87
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 23 globally 84
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 5 globally 81
Capital Market Depth
Rank 4 globally 84
Business Credit Access
Rank 7 globally 84
Investor Protection
Rank 2 globally 90
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 1 globally 88
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 13 globally 83
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 4 globally 84
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 7 globally 86

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

69
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 16 globally 73
Banking Stability
Rank 57 globally 81
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 6 globally 92
Fintech Development
Rank 31 globally 95
ATM Availability
Rank 152 globally 63
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 225 globally 25
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 201 globally 44

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

56
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 52 globally 46
Crypto Regulation
Rank 15 globally 79
Legal Status
Rank 18 globally 84
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 37 globally 34
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 173 globally 46
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 45 globally 28

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

58
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 2 globally 90
Transaction Costs
Rank 118 globally 65
Affordability
Rank 185 globally 38
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 199 globally 32
69
/ 100
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 86 globally 45
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 15 globally 93
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 20 globally 69
Days to Register a Company
Rank 29 globally 73

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

84
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 9 globally 92
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 100 globally 88
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 73 globally 69
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 148 globally 76
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 7 globally 81
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 24 globally 98
Central Bank Independence
Rank 3 globally 91
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 113 globally 62
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 5 globally 97
88
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 7 globally 93
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 7 globally 91
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 89 globally 80
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 179 globally 65
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 11 globally 94
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 4 globally 94
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

39
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 216 globally 16
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 210 globally 33
Electricity Cost
Rank 100 globally 72
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 205 globally 51
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 223 globally 52

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

6
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 220 globally 9
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 226 globally 2
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 223 globally 8
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 228 globally 9
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 228 globally 6
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 226 globally 3
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 226 globally 5

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

13
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 224 globally 11
Burger Menu Price
Rank 225 globally 7
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 222 globally 14
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 216 globally 10
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 205 globally 36
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 215 globally 26
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 223 globally 1
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 208 globally 18
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 221 globally 10

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

34
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Transit Cost
Rank 229 globally 1
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 222 globally 22
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 219 globally 45
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 193 globally 68
Car Purchase Index
Rank 12 globally 78
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 229 globally 8
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 224 globally 40
54
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Internet Cost
Rank 133 globally 55
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 173 globally 47
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 171 globally 60
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 150 globally 80
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 217 globally 32

Personal Services

4 indicators

27
/ 100
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Haircut Cost
Rank 222 globally 23
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 215 globally 34
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 219 globally 32
Local Services Cost
Rank 223 globally 19
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69
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Logistics Performance
Rank 16 globally 78
Rail Network Density
Rank 45 globally 59
Airport Connectivity
Rank 15 globally 84
Port Connectivity
Rank 39 globally 42
78
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Road Quality
Rank 16 globally 89
Traffic Congestion
Rank 87 globally 56
Road Density
Rank 114 globally 57
Traffic Deaths
Rank 4 globally 95
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 1 globally 100

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

99
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Power Outages
Rank 6 globally 99
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 1 globally 100
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 5 globally 98
CO2 Intensity
Rank 1 globally 100
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
93
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Broadband Speed
Rank 13 globally 93
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 1 globally 100
Mobile Speed
Rank 5 globally 92
5G Coverage
Rank 15 globally 80

Public Transport

4 indicators

82
/ 100
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Transit Coverage
Rank 18 globally 82
Transit Punctuality
Rank 8 globally 88
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 5 globally 82
Walkability Score
Rank 18 globally 75
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

75
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 2 globally 96
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 70 globally 70
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 2 globally 76
Burnout Risk
Rank 1 globally 85
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

56
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 212 globally 27
Sunshine Hours
Rank 215 globally 53
Humidity Comfort
Rank 104 globally 66
Rainy Days
Rank 144 globally 60
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Seasonal Variation
Rank 211 globally 48

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

59
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Beach Quality
Rank 158 globally 41
Mountain Access
Rank 7 globally 89
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 108 globally 59
Biodiversity Index
Rank 165 globally 52
Forest Cover
Rank 102 globally 45

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

85
/ 100
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 14 globally 87
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 43 globally 76
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 16 globally 86
Recovery Time
Rank 3 globally 97

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

76
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 10 globally 94
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 40 globally 42
Music & Nightlife
Rank 19 globally 70
Cinema Density
Rank 9 globally 86
Cultural Freedom
Rank 1 globally 92
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 44 globally 76
54
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 80 globally 45
Restaurant Density
Rank 65 globally 57
Street Food Scene
Rank 104 globally 42
Local Market Quality
Rank 43 globally 63
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 50 globally 56
Local Freshness
Rank 27 globally 75
Local Authenticity
Rank 95 globally 41

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

90
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 164 globally 78
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 1 globally 100
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 1 globally 100
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 3 globally 94
Child Safety Score
Rank 2 globally 94
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 2 globally 70
Playground Density
Rank 2 globally 95

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

66
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 30 globally 85
Veterinary Quality
Rank 1 globally 92
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 223 globally 18
Pet Food Prices
Rank 225 globally 20
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 1 globally 90
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 6 globally 65
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 1 globally 90
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88
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 10 globally 89
E-Government
Rank 6 globally 96
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 4 globally 92
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 2 globally 99
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 11 globally 90
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 4 globally 99
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 10 globally 88
Border Openness
Rank 6 globally 98
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 7 globally 94
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 198 globally 63
81
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 25 globally 73
Remote Work Legality
Rank 22 globally 79
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 6 globally 95
Remote Job Market
Rank 11 globally 90
Coworking Density
Rank 46 globally 66
Nomad Community
Rank 43 globally 64
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 6 globally 96
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 3 globally 99
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 3 globally 95
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 16 globally 86
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 1 globally 100
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 3 globally 99
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 6 globally 96
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 10 globally 80
Family Reunification
Rank 2 globally 99
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 13 globally 84
Residence Status Stability
Rank 3 globally 99
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 3 globally 99
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 5 globally 96
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 32 globally 95
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

74
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 77 globally 64
Local Language Barrier
Rank 50 globally 70
Integration Ease
Rank 27 globally 81
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 5 globally 98
Expat Community Size
Rank 45 globally 57
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 8 globally 96
International Schools
Rank 40 globally 58
92
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 26 globally 82
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 3 globally 98
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 8 globally 92
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 4 globally 97
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 16 globally 89
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 14 globally 82
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 9 globally 92
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 5 globally 96
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 10 globally 92
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
92
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Hotel Quality
Rank 21 globally 89
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 4 globally 98
Accommodation Availability
Rank 22 globally 81
Booking & Transparency
Rank 4 globally 98

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

92
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 18 globally 86
Digital Travel Services
Rank 4 globally 96
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 18 globally 94
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 13 globally 93
84
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 26 globally 76
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 17 globally 92
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 17 globally 86
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 24 globally 82
79
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 103 globally 68
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 27 globally 83
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 20 globally 86

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

42
/ 100
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Hotel Cost
Rank 218 globally 45
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 218 globally 49
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 224 globally 23
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 223 globally 34
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 192 globally 66
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 33 globally 92
Off-Season Usability
Rank 26 globally 85
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 20 globally 86
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 191 globally 76
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

93
/ 100
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Press Freedom
Rank 1 globally 92
Democracy Index
Rank 1 globally 98
Personal Freedom
Rank 26 globally 84
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 1 globally 98

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

89
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 26 globally 72
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 13 globally 82
Education Expenditure
Rank 1 globally 100
School Life Expectancy
Rank 10 globally 93
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 12 globally 83
Gini Index
Rank 4 globally 97
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 88
Housing Support Score
Rank 2 globally 89
Social Mobility Score
Rank 1 globally 88
Social Cohesion
Rank 2 globally 91
97
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Gender Equality
Rank 2 globally 95
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 2 globally 98
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 1 globally 100
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 5 globally 98
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 2 globally 98

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

97
/ 100
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 1 globally 100
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 2 globally 99
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 6 globally 95
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 1 globally 100
Pride Culture
Rank 13 globally 89
99
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Disability Support Score
Rank 2 globally 99
Public Accessibility
Rank 4 globally 97
Digital Accessibility
Rank 2 globally 99
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 1 globally 100

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

81
/ 100
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 1 globally 93
Secularization Score
Rank 5 globally 80
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 63 globally 45
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 5 globally 85

Demography

10 indicators

64
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Median Age
Rank 173 globally 38
Fertility Rate
Rank 141 globally 55
Population Growth
Rank 127 globally 36
Net Migration Rate
Rank 24 globally 73
Urbanization Rate
Rank 53 globally 81
Foreign Population Share
Rank 51 globally 73
Population Density
Rank 22 globally 79
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 4 globally 93