Country profile

Paraguay: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Paraguay is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Electricity & Energy, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Outdoor & Lifestyle.

Overall rating 61.37 points
Global rank Rank 97 globally
Continental rank Rank 5 in South America

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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 Paraguay

Why is Paraguay especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk.

Which topics stand out positively for Paraguay?

Electricity & Energy, 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 climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Social System & Social Cohesion and Outdoor & Lifestyle.

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

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 Paraguay 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

Paraguay 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 safety, stability and risk exposure need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Paraguay

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

58
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Homicide Rate
Rank 165 globally 80
Petty Crime Index
Rank 176 globally 41
Women's Safety
Rank 152 globally 50
Organized Crime
Rank 216 globally 31
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 172 globally 62
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 128 globally 78
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 104 globally 87
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

73
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Flood Risk
Rank 89 globally 52
Storm Risk
Rank 17 globally 94
Earthquake Risk
Rank 60 globally 84
Drought Risk
Rank 82 globally 71
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 41 globally 73
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

62
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State Surveillance
Rank 119 globally 63
Internet Censorship
Rank 117 globally 68
Internet Freedom
Rank 120 globally 62
Data Protection Laws
Rank 123 globally 49
VPN Access
Rank 114 globally 73
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 157 globally 52
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Rule of Law
Rank 141 globally 46
Property Rights Security
Rank 130 globally 49
Corruption Perception
Rank 189 globally 25
Police Effectiveness
Rank 146 globally 50
Expropriation Risk
Rank 130 globally 54
Extradition Risk
Rank 99 globally 45

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

58
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Political Stability
Rank 128 globally 58
Economic Resilience
Rank 85 globally 63
Government Efficiency
Rank 151 globally 50
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 109 globally 58
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 127 globally 58
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 146 globally 62
Emergency Care
Rank 124 globally 57
Medicine Access
Rank 131 globally 62
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 122 globally 58
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 106 globally 67
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 161 globally 55
Doctor Density
Rank 33 globally 78
Hospital Beds
Rank 178 globally 20
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 146 globally 84
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 129 globally 50

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 51 globally 89
Noise Pollution
Rank 103 globally 55
UV Radiation
Rank 66 globally 40
Tap Water Safety
Rank 146 globally 70
Sanitation
Rank 124 globally 64
Waste Management
Rank 148 globally 26
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Life Expectancy
Rank 123 globally 69
Infectious Diseases
Rank 162 globally 60
Obesity Rate
Rank 186 globally 57
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 137 globally 40
Mental Health
Rank 169 globally 55
Suicide Rate
Rank 84 globally 64
Maternal Mortality
Rank 136 globally 54
Vaccination Rate
Rank 171 globally 81
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 80 globally 71
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 15 globally 90
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 97 globally 86
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 21 globally 90
Social Security Burden
Rank 154 globally 63
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 55 globally 68
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 111 globally 83
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 86 globally 83
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 20 globally 98
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 205 globally 34
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 164 globally 10
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 81 globally 67
Capital Market Depth
Rank 88 globally 66
Business Credit Access
Rank 108 globally 61
Investor Protection
Rank 125 globally 50
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 92 globally 62
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 78 globally 74
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 128 globally 50
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 113 globally 56

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

66
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 135 globally 39
Banking Stability
Rank 80 globally 78
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 107 globally 81
Fintech Development
Rank 113 globally 60
ATM Availability
Rank 146 globally 65
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 27 globally 55
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 79 globally 72
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

41
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 71 globally 40
Crypto Regulation
Rank 104 globally 44
Legal Status
Rank 109 globally 47
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 77 globally 22
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 76 globally 80
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 89 globally 13

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 24 globally 85
Transaction Costs
Rank 4 globally 93
Affordability
Rank 7 globally 90
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 3 globally 94
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 19 globally 75
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 207 globally 28
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 201 globally 44
Days to Register a Company
Rank 199 globally 32

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

70
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 119 globally 59
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 143 globally 82
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 73 globally 69
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 62 globally 86
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 99 globally 60
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 168 globally 69
Central Bank Independence
Rank 122 globally 65
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 62 globally 70
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 142 globally 68
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 110 globally 38
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 99 globally 41
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 94 globally 79
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 151 globally 71
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 42 globally 85
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 115 globally 38
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

77
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 52 globally 60
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 66 globally 70
Electricity Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 136 globally 94
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

92
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 15 globally 90
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 32 globally 88
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 13 globally 96
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 9 globally 95
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 2 globally 96
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 31 globally 94
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 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 47 globally 98
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 26 globally 95
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 25 globally 98
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 14 globally 96
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 13 globally 92
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 107 globally 65
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 37 globally 92
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 76 globally 95
Car Purchase Index
Rank 119 globally 7
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 82 globally 95
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 69 globally 94
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Internet Cost
Rank 55 globally 75
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 49 globally 84
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 54 globally 92
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 48 globally 74

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 76 globally 87
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 70 globally 92
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 39 globally 93
Local Services Cost
Rank 84 globally 84
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Logistics Performance
Rank 117 globally 27
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 114 globally 39
Port Connectivity
Rank 175 globally 8
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Road Quality
Rank 155 globally 36
Traffic Congestion
Rank 152 globally 42
Road Density
Rank 145 globally 52
Traffic Deaths
Rank 182 globally 44
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 48 globally 96
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 1 globally 100
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 1 globally 100
CO2 Intensity
Rank 1 globally 100
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 135 globally 42
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 124 globally 32
Mobile Speed
Rank 135 globally 47
5G Coverage
Rank 113 globally 10

Public Transport

4 indicators

39
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Transit Coverage
Rank 112 globally 42
Transit Punctuality
Rank 142 globally 50
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 12
Walkability Score
Rank 123 globally 50
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

51
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 133 globally 48
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 194 globally 40
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 48 globally 65
Burnout Risk
Rank 97 globally 55
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

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Temperature Comfort
Rank 97 globally 64
Sunshine Hours
Rank 113 globally 81
Humidity Comfort
Rank 80 globally 76
Rainy Days
Rank 66 globally 74
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 164 globally 87
Seasonal Variation
Rank 139 globally 67

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

36
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 193 globally 10
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 133 globally 50
Biodiversity Index
Rank 48 globally 76
Forest Cover
Rank 87 globally 51

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 125 globally 36
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 124 globally 58
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 120 globally 37
Recovery Time
Rank 149 globally 62

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 114 globally 29
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 108 globally 40
Cinema Density
Rank 108 globally 18
Cultural Freedom
Rank 107 globally 55
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 29 globally 79
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 116 globally 37
Restaurant Density
Rank 125 globally 42
Street Food Scene
Rank 114 globally 39
Local Market Quality
Rank 106 globally 49
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 119 globally 38
Local Freshness
Rank 103 globally 54
Local Authenticity
Rank 114 globally 37

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 85 globally 95
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 80 globally 35
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 120 globally 21
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 145 globally 69
Child Safety Score
Rank 137 globally 55
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 115 globally 18
Playground Density
Rank 140 globally 38

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 68 globally 60
Veterinary Quality
Rank 104 globally 55
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 70 globally 68
Pet Food Prices
Rank 63 globally 65
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 109 globally 40
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 102 globally 55
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 105 globally 71
E-Government
Rank 133 globally 64
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 153 globally 52
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 129 globally 57
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 130 globally 41
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 131 globally 56
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 120 globally 63
Border Openness
Rank 106 globally 69
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 115 globally 57
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 13 globally 96
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 115 globally 40
Remote Work Legality
Rank 102 globally 57
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 198 globally 42
Remote Job Market
Rank 131 globally 56
Coworking Density
Rank 112 globally 41
Nomad Community
Rank 135 globally 35
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 122 globally 51
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 123 globally 58
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 122 globally 61
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 180 globally 46
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 129 globally 55
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 132 globally 54
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 123 globally 62
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 6 globally 92
Family Reunification
Rank 103 globally 68
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 88 globally 71
Residence Status Stability
Rank 119 globally 61
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 111 globally 60
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 92 globally 72
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 32 globally 95
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 164 globally 34
Local Language Barrier
Rank 150 globally 46
Integration Ease
Rank 138 globally 59
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 120 globally 60
Expat Community Size
Rank 133 globally 33
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 117 globally 61
International Schools
Rank 140 globally 40
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 124 globally 54
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 123 globally 45
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 123 globally 53
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 122 globally 49
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 131 globally 52
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 153 globally 41
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 135 globally 53
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 141 globally 49
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 120 globally 59
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Hotel Quality
Rank 139 globally 50
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 135 globally 53
Accommodation Availability
Rank 141 globally 43
Booking & Transparency
Rank 131 globally 56

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 125 globally 44
Digital Travel Services
Rank 126 globally 56
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 123 globally 66
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 145 globally 57
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 146 globally 39
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 138 globally 55
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 194 globally 45
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 121 globally 49
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 209 globally 24
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 197 globally 37
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 144 globally 56

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

93
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Hotel Cost
Rank 47 globally 93
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 57 globally 93
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 10 globally 95
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 16 globally 94
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 54 globally 89
Off-Season Usability
Rank 128 globally 66
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 133 globally 62
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 12 globally 90
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 143 globally 50
Democracy Index
Rank 123 globally 59
Personal Freedom
Rank 106 globally 67
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 125 globally 58

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 129 globally 95
PISA Score
Rank 134 globally 34
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 135 globally 32
Education Expenditure
Rank 174 globally 57
School Life Expectancy
Rank 145 globally 65
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 91 globally 25
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 95 globally 25
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 127 globally 27
Gini Index
Rank 121 globally 57
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 173 globally 10
Housing Support Score
Rank 147 globally 31
Social Mobility Score
Rank 152 globally 37
Social Cohesion
Rank 128 globally 53
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Gender Equality
Rank 137 globally 53
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 129 globally 52
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 122 globally 49
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 114 globally 50
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 119 globally 50

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

40
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 112 globally 37
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 111 globally 39
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 106 globally 47
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 120 globally 36
Pride Culture
Rank 101 globally 38
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Disability Support Score
Rank 123 globally 46
Public Accessibility
Rank 128 globally 45
Digital Accessibility
Rank 122 globally 48
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 124 globally 52

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

62
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 91 globally 80
Secularization Score
Rank 105 globally 44
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 145 globally 32
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 94 globally 69

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 73 globally 73
Fertility Rate
Rank 42 globally 95
Population Growth
Rank 72 globally 50
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 121 globally 55
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 33 globally 76
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 161 globally 47
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 125 globally 23