Country profile

Oman: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Oman is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Finance & Taxes and Health, while Taxes & Finance, Conflicts & Political Security and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Permanent Residency & Family.

Overall rating 61.74 points
Global rank Rank 92 globally
Continental rank Rank 16 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 Oman

Why is Oman especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Finance & Taxes and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Oman?

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

What should be checked before making a decision?

social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Religion & Worldviews and Permanent Residency & Family.

How important is taxes, capital, banking and business formation for Oman?

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 Oman 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

Oman 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 taxes, capital access and financial conditions as well as healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; social freedom, participation and openness as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Oman vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 39 points better on Society & Participation than Oman.
  • Oman vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 38 points better on Society & Participation than Oman.
  • Oman vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 43 points better on Society & Participation than Oman.
  • Oman vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 49 points better on Society & Participation than Oman.
  • Oman vs. United States
    United States performs about 32 points better on Society & Participation than Oman.

All ratings and indicators for Oman

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

83
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Homicide Rate
Rank 8 globally 98
Petty Crime Index
Rank 15 globally 84
Women's Safety
Rank 48 globally 72
Organized Crime
Rank 87 globally 57
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 30 globally 90
BAC Limit (‰)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 68 globally 84
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 129 globally 84
Terrorism Risk
Rank 187 globally 77

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

61
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Flood Risk
Rank 49 globally 62
Storm Risk
Rank 145 globally 66
Earthquake Risk
Rank 71 globally 81
Drought Risk
Rank 214 globally 19
Wildfire Risk
Rank 56 globally 72
Landslide Risk
Rank 99 globally 56
Tsunami Risk
Rank 187 globally 39
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

34
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State Surveillance
Rank 195 globally 30
Internet Censorship
Rank 198 globally 28
Internet Freedom
Rank 187 globally 38
Data Protection Laws
Rank 149 globally 40
VPN Access
Rank 201 globally 30
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 106 globally 60
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Rule of Law
Rank 99 globally 55
Property Rights Security
Rank 98 globally 58
Corruption Perception
Rank 91 globally 54
Police Effectiveness
Rank 80 globally 68
Expropriation Risk
Rank 151 globally 46
Extradition Risk
Rank 136 globally 42

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

65
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Political Stability
Rank 78 globally 71
Economic Resilience
Rank 40 globally 72
Government Efficiency
Rank 84 globally 64
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 173 globally 43
❤️ Health ShowHide

Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 80 globally 66
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 41 globally 81
Emergency Care
Rank 87 globally 65
Medicine Access
Rank 62 globally 73
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 85 globally 67
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 63 globally 72
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 10 globally 92
Doctor Density
Rank 106 globally 54
Hospital Beds
Rank 185 globally 19
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 91 globally 94
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 165 globally 38
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 111 globally 56

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 200 globally 23
Noise Pollution
Rank 103 globally 55
UV Radiation
Rank 136 globally 25
Tap Water Safety
Rank 89 globally 91
Sanitation
Rank 66 globally 88
Waste Management
Rank 6 globally 90
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Life Expectancy
Rank 55 globally 86
Infectious Diseases
Rank 95 globally 78
Obesity Rate
Rank 162 globally 62
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 99 globally 52
Mental Health
Rank 65 globally 69
Suicide Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Maternal Mortality
Rank 57 globally 82
Vaccination Rate
Rank 1 globally 99
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 12 globally 90
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 59 globally 83
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Security Burden
Rank 114 globally 73
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 32 globally 84
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 1 globally 100
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 14 globally 90
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 80 globally 55
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 51 globally 70
Capital Market Depth
Rank 44 globally 73
Business Credit Access
Rank 70 globally 70
Investor Protection
Rank 104 globally 55
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 112 globally 58
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 50 globally 77
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 69 globally 68
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 78 globally 67

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

68
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 89 globally 47
Banking Stability
Rank 43 globally 82
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 62 globally 85
Fintech Development
Rank 93 globally 70
ATM Availability
Rank 83 globally 80
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 98 globally 52
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 103 globally 23
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

36
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 149 globally 23
Crypto Regulation
Rank 104 globally 44
Legal Status
Rank 141 globally 38
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 164 globally 10
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 137 globally 9

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

63
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 111 globally 50
Transaction Costs
Rank 9 globally 90
Affordability
Rank 154 globally 52
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 50 globally 74
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 33 globally 63
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 73 globally 80
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 183 globally 48
Days to Register a Company
Rank 61 globally 63

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 63 globally 75
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 28 globally 98
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 73 globally 69
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 164 globally 71
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 54 globally 67
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 207 globally 50
Central Bank Independence
Rank 101 globally 68
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 135 globally 57
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 62 globally 84
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 53 globally 67
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 32 globally 76
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 55 globally 88
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 87 globally 75
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 48 globally 83
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 100 globally 43
🏠 Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

64
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 159 globally 33
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 150 globally 48
Electricity Cost
Rank 11 globally 97
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 101 globally 97
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 120 globally 92

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

52
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 211 globally 15
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 120 globally 57
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 146 globally 44
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 138 globally 56
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 112 globally 60
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 107 globally 67
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 100 globally 71

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 129 globally 59
Burger Menu Price
Rank 130 globally 75
Cappuccino (Café)
Rank 81 globally 83
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 134 globally 70
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 72 globally 92
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 81 globally 86
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 121 globally 75
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 144 globally 58
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 93 globally 90

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 133 globally 87
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 10 globally 91
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 133 globally 79
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 150 globally 84
Car Purchase Index
Rank 55 globally 37
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 109 globally 94
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 128 globally 89
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Internet Cost
Rank 219 globally 18
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 90 globally 73
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 76 globally 87
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 81 globally 91
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 127 globally 60

Personal Services

4 indicators

61
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Haircut Cost
Rank 143 globally 67
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 136 globally 72
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 206 globally 42
Local Services Cost
Rank 143 globally 63
🏗️ Infrastructure ShowHide
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Logistics Performance
Rank 45 globally 57
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 96 globally 43
Port Connectivity
Rank 47 globally 38
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Road Quality
Rank 18 globally 87
Traffic Congestion
Rank 110 globally 52
Road Density
Rank 137 globally 53
Traffic Deaths
Rank 139 globally 64
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 64 globally 21

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

74
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Power Outages
Rank 19 globally 98
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 13 globally 92
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 222 globally 4
CO2 Intensity
Rank 197 globally 19
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 76 globally 63
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 133 globally 28
Mobile Speed
Rank 33 globally 80
5G Coverage
Rank 41 globally 55

Public Transport

4 indicators

43
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Transit Coverage
Rank 112 globally 42
Transit Punctuality
Rank 56 globally 65
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 12
Walkability Score
Rank 123 globally 50
🌿 Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

60
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 171 globally 40
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 85 globally 62
Burnout Risk
Rank 122 globally 48
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 220 globally 19
Sunshine Hours
Rank 1 globally 100
Humidity Comfort
Rank 1 globally 100
Rainy Days
Rank 7 globally 94
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 223 globally 17
Seasonal Variation
Rank 159 globally 63

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

58
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Beach Quality
Rank 99 globally 63
Mountain Access
Rank 85 globally 48
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 45 globally 96
Biodiversity Index
Rank 145 globally 55
Forest Cover
Rank 215 globally 0

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 75 globally 53
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 137 globally 54
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 39
Recovery Time
Rank 85 globally 72

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 101 globally 34
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 65 globally 32
Music & Nightlife
Rank 161 globally 30
Cinema Density
Rank 93 globally 24
Cultural Freedom
Rank 178 globally 32
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 110 globally 65
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 101 globally 41
Restaurant Density
Rank 108 globally 46
Street Food Scene
Rank 104 globally 42
Local Market Quality
Rank 119 globally 46
Café Culture
Rank 108 globally 40
Local Freshness
Rank 127 globally 47
Local Authenticity
Rank 95 globally 41

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 164 globally 78
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 20 globally 91
Child Safety Score
Rank 103 globally 62
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 49 globally 38
Playground Density
Rank 105 globally 48

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 132 globally 40
Veterinary Quality
Rank 72 globally 65
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 161 globally 42
Pet Food Prices
Rank 154 globally 45
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 156 globally 28
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 166 globally 40
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 175 globally 30
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 135 globally 64
E-Government
Rank 79 globally 81
Visa Processing Time
Rank 4 globally 78
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 72 globally 73
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 96 globally 65
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 68 globally 58
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 99 globally 65
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 104 globally 68
Border Openness
Rank 130 globally 57
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 93 globally 64
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 198 globally 63
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 134 globally 37
Remote Work Legality
Rank 15 globally 83
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 61 globally 79
Remote Job Market
Rank 97 globally 65
Coworking Density
Rank 112 globally 41
Nomad Community
Rank 107 globally 41
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 62 globally 73
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 103 globally 64
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 122 globally 61
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 76 globally 70
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 161 globally 48
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 89 globally 64
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 113 globally 65
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 179 globally 41
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 213 globally 13
Residence Status Stability
Rank 178 globally 44
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 177 globally 42
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 137 globally 36
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 191 globally 40
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 149 globally 38
Local Language Barrier
Rank 137 globally 50
Integration Ease
Rank 89 globally 68
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 165 globally 51
Expat Community Size
Rank 21 globally 69
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 171 globally 48
International Schools
Rank 45 globally 56
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 144 globally 48
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 185 globally 26
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 151 globally 41
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 171 globally 31
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 103 globally 59
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 38 globally 65
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 94 globally 61
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 86 globally 64
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 88 globally 66
🏖️ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 73 globally 67
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 106 globally 61
Accommodation Availability
Rank 108 globally 52
Booking & Transparency
Rank 103 globally 64

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 100 globally 52
Digital Travel Services
Rank 69 globally 71
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 89 globally 76
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 117 globally 64
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 97 globally 49
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 113 globally 62
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 72 globally 71
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 116 globally 50
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 80 globally 74
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 97 globally 68
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 96 globally 67

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

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Hotel Cost
Rank 101 globally 82
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 94 globally 84
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 113 globally 84
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 131 globally 81
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 80 globally 87
Off-Season Usability
Rank 76 globally 73
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 85 globally 69
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 81 globally 85
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 206 globally 23
Democracy Index
Rank 181 globally 31
Personal Freedom
Rank 201 globally 42
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 199 globally 17

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 97 globally 97
PISA Score
Rank 119 globally 38
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 96 globally 48
Education Expenditure
Rank 41 globally 92
School Life Expectancy
Rank 109 globally 70
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 148 globally 8
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 96 globally 33
Gini Index
Rank 121 globally 57
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 10 globally 85
Housing Support Score
Rank 97 globally 44
Social Mobility Score
Rank 97 globally 50
Social Cohesion
Rank 133 globally 52
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Gender Equality
Rank 162 globally 47
Women’s Rights & Equality
Rank 148 globally 48
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 176 globally 32
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 186 globally 26
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 169 globally 33

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

17
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 188 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 189 globally 19
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 186 globally 21
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 192 globally 16
Pride Culture
Rank 180 globally 16
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Disability Support Score
Rank 131 globally 44
Public Accessibility
Rank 123 globally 46
Digital Accessibility
Rank 109 globally 52
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 124 globally 52

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

17
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 208 globally 20
Secularization Score
Rank 206 globally 12
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 197 globally 18
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 210 globally 17

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 78 globally 70
Fertility Rate
Rank 59 globally 88
Population Growth
Rank 36 globally 68
Net Migration Rate
Rank 15 globally 77
Urbanization Rate
Rank 40 globally 86
Foreign Population Share
Rank 13 globally 96
Population Density
Rank 23 globally 78
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 223 globally 0
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 225 globally 32
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14