Country profile

Rwanda: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Rwanda is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as safety, stability and risk exposure. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Safety & Risk, while Personal Services, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Internet & Connectivity and Basic Infrastructure & Logistics.

Overall rating 55.68 points
Global rank Rank 150 globally
Continental rank Rank 11 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 Rwanda

Why is Rwanda 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 Rwanda?

Personal Services, 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 social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Social System & Social Cohesion, Internet & Connectivity and Basic Infrastructure & Logistics.

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

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 Rwanda 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

Rwanda 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 social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

  • Rwanda vs. Portugal
    Portugal performs about 42 points better on Society & Participation than Rwanda.
  • Rwanda vs. Spain
    Spain performs about 41 points better on Society & Participation than Rwanda.
  • Rwanda vs. Germany
    Germany performs about 45 points better on Society & Participation than Rwanda.
  • Rwanda vs. Denmark
    Denmark performs about 52 points better on Society & Participation than Rwanda.
  • Rwanda vs. United States
    Rwanda performs about 45 points better on Costs than United States.

All ratings and indicators for Rwanda

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

74
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Homicide Rate
Rank 125 globally 87
Petty Crime Index
Rank 70 globally 67
Women's Safety
Rank 76 globally 66
Organized Crime
Rank 73 globally 59
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 114 globally 77
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 150 globally 82
Political Violence
Rank 105 globally 80
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 119 globally 85
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

67
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Flood Risk
Rank 110 globally 48
Storm Risk
Rank 2 globally 96
Earthquake Risk
Rank 118 globally 65
Drought Risk
Rank 88 globally 69
Wildfire Risk
Rank 98 globally 50
Landslide Risk
Rank 208 globally 28
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 148 globally 88

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

45
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State Surveillance
Rank 197 globally 28
Internet Censorship
Rank 155 globally 54
Internet Freedom
Rank 159 globally 50
Data Protection Laws
Rank 123 globally 49
VPN Access
Rank 158 globally 58
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 100 globally 61
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Rule of Law
Rank 136 globally 48
Property Rights Security
Rank 122 globally 51
Corruption Perception
Rank 86 globally 57
Police Effectiveness
Rank 108 globally 62
Expropriation Risk
Rank 133 globally 53
Extradition Risk
Rank 86 globally 46

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

58
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Political Stability
Rank 126 globally 59
Economic Resilience
Rank 117 globally 60
Government Efficiency
Rank 106 globally 58
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 137 globally 52
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 168 globally 48
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 91 globally 71
Emergency Care
Rank 156 globally 48
Medicine Access
Rank 131 globally 62
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 146 globally 51
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 148 globally 59
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 7 globally 95
Doctor Density
Rank 215 globally 4
Hospital Beds
Rank 195 globally 15
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 150 globally 83
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 38 globally 79
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 210 globally 18

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 184 globally 42
Noise Pollution
Rank 121 globally 52
UV Radiation
Rank 157 globally 21
Tap Water Safety
Rank 164 globally 58
Sanitation
Rank 172 globally 38
Waste Management
Rank 217 globally 5
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Life Expectancy
Rank 177 globally 51
Infectious Diseases
Rank 181 globally 49
Obesity Rate
Rank 8 globally 93
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 179 globally 24
Mental Health
Rank 169 globally 55
Suicide Rate
Rank 192 globally 41
Maternal Mortality
Rank 192 globally 29
Vaccination Rate
Rank 25 globally 97
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 60 globally 76
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 103 globally 78
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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 98 globally 56
Social Security Burden
Rank 28 globally 91
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 112 globally 79
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 137 globally 68
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 1 globally 100
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 58 globally 79
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 129 globally 20
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 132 globally 62
Capital Market Depth
Rank 178 globally 51
Business Credit Access
Rank 133 globally 57
Investor Protection
Rank 125 globally 50
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 138 globally 48
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 127 globally 69
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 154 globally 44
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 139 globally 49

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

62
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 79 globally 49
Banking Stability
Rank 17 globally 84
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 93 globally 82
Fintech Development
Rank 162 globally 38
ATM Availability
Rank 210 globally 21
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 144 globally 44
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

39
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 86 globally 35
Crypto Regulation
Rank 90 globally 47
Legal Status
Rank 99 globally 49
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 77 globally 22
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 117 globally 64
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 89 globally 13

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

65
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 135 globally 35
Transaction Costs
Rank 84 globally 75
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 28 globally 79
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 169 globally 30
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 172 globally 45
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 179 globally 49
Days to Register a Company
Rank 29 globally 73

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

60
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 198 globally 27
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 131 globally 84
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 161 globally 45
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 4 globally 94
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 117 globally 58
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 147 globally 77
Central Bank Independence
Rank 133 globally 64
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 116 globally 61
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 206 globally 30
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 190 globally 12
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 184 globally 14
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 187 globally 46
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 206 globally 23
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 194 globally 12
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

73
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 55 globally 59
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 38 globally 76
Electricity Cost
Rank 131 globally 62
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 51 globally 98

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

90
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 10 globally 93
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 32 globally 88
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 21 globally 94
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 44 globally 84
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 23 globally 86
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 37 globally 92
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 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 51 globally 97
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 26 globally 95
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 25 globally 98
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 14 globally 96
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 43 globally 85
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

77
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Transit Cost
Rank 46 globally 96
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 135 globally 61
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 86 globally 86
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 47 globally 97
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 69 globally 96
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 90 globally 67
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 49 globally 84
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 40 globally 93
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 59 globally 93
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 14 globally 82

Personal Services

4 indicators

94
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Haircut Cost
Rank 33 globally 91
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 23 globally 98
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 27 globally 94
Local Services Cost
Rank 36 globally 92
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Logistics Performance
Rank 84 globally 35
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 91 globally 46
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 57 globally 64
Traffic Congestion
Rank 87 globally 56
Road Density
Rank 145 globally 52
Traffic Deaths
Rank 214 globally 26
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

58
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Power Outages
Rank 180 globally 52
Electrification Rate
Rank 195 globally 43
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 119 globally 40
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 21 globally 85
CO2 Intensity
Rank 62 globally 57
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 161 globally 35
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 191 globally 2
Mobile Speed
Rank 155 globally 42
5G Coverage
Rank 140 globally 5

Public Transport

4 indicators

42
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Transit Coverage
Rank 103 globally 45
Transit Punctuality
Rank 105 globally 55
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 98 globally 15
Walkability Score
Rank 104 globally 52
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

45
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 171 globally 40
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 117 globally 60
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 184 globally 45
Burnout Risk
Rank 135 globally 45
Public Holidays
Rank 212 globally 36

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

79
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 5 globally 84
Sunshine Hours
Rank 149 globally 75
Humidity Comfort
Rank 104 globally 66
Rainy Days
Rank 164 globally 57
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Seasonal Variation
Rank 16 globally 96

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

38
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 56 globally 61
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 171 globally 30
Biodiversity Index
Rank 70 globally 72
Forest Cover
Rank 168 globally 15

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

35
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 163 globally 24
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 195 globally 37
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 164 globally 26
Recovery Time
Rank 186 globally 56

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 161 globally 30
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 158 globally 40
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 157 globally 29
Restaurant Density
Rank 147 globally 35
Street Food Scene
Rank 141 globally 32
Local Market Quality
Rank 136 globally 42
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 152 globally 28
Local Freshness
Rank 127 globally 47
Local Authenticity
Rank 162 globally 28

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

38
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 162 globally 23
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 180 globally 50
Child Safety Score
Rank 169 globally 45
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 180 globally 25

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

46
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 132 globally 40
Veterinary Quality
Rank 162 globally 30
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 142 globally 30
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 156 globally 42
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 153 globally 38
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 49 globally 80
E-Government
Rank 146 globally 60
Visa Processing Time
Rank 4 globally 78
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 93 globally 66
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 160 globally 48
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 103 globally 47
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 161 globally 48
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 116 globally 64
Border Openness
Rank 134 globally 54
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 124 globally 54
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 20 globally 95
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 115 globally 40
Remote Work Legality
Rank 143 globally 49
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 106 globally 67
Remote Job Market
Rank 162 globally 47
Coworking Density
Rank 104 globally 43
Nomad Community
Rank 121 globally 38
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 180 globally 31
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 109 globally 62
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 102 globally 66
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 111 globally 61
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 115 globally 58
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 155 globally 48
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 121 globally 63
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 117 globally 64
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 111 globally 65
Residence Status Stability
Rank 98 globally 67
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 111 globally 60
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 161 globally 25
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

57
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 75 globally 65
Local Language Barrier
Rank 66 globally 67
Integration Ease
Rank 116 globally 64
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 139 globally 56
Expat Community Size
Rank 143 globally 31
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 125 globally 60
International Schools
Rank 123 globally 43
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 124 globally 54
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 144 globally 37
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 127 globally 49
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 139 globally 42
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 117 globally 56
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 69 globally 57
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 116 globally 56
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 116 globally 55
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 110 globally 61
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Hotel Quality
Rank 155 globally 44
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 149 globally 48
Accommodation Availability
Rank 151 globally 40
Booking & Transparency
Rank 145 globally 52

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

53
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 118 globally 45
Digital Travel Services
Rank 156 globally 47
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 152 globally 57
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 129 globally 61
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 163 globally 35
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 148 globally 52
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 190 globally 47
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 156 globally 41
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 214 globally 21
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 207 globally 33
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 158 globally 52

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

91
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Hotel Cost
Rank 57 globally 92
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 67 globally 92
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 41 globally 92
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 59 globally 91
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 39 globally 91
Off-Season Usability
Rank 142 globally 65
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 139 globally 61
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 12 globally 90
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

32
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Press Freedom
Rank 214 globally 21
Democracy Index
Rank 177 globally 33
Personal Freedom
Rank 192 globally 45
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 186 globally 23

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

41
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 191 globally 76
PISA Score
Rank 192 globally 8
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 206 globally 8
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
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 168 globally 17
Gini Index
Rank 160 globally 46
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 0
Housing Support Score
Rank 190 globally 17
Social Mobility Score
Rank 193 globally 22
Social Cohesion
Rank 160 globally 45
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Gender Equality
Rank 61 globally 71
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 109 globally 58
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 140 globally 41
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 132 globally 43
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 131 globally 46

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

29
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 141 globally 21
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 145 globally 30
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 130 globally 37
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 128 globally 34
Pride Culture
Rank 156 globally 21
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Disability Support Score
Rank 161 globally 34
Public Accessibility
Rank 145 globally 42
Digital Accessibility
Rank 154 globally 40
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 174 globally 37

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 122 globally 74
Secularization Score
Rank 135 globally 40
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 71 globally 42
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 126 globally 65

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 32 globally 88
Fertility Rate
Rank 165 globally 45
Population Growth
Rank 27 globally 70
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 221 globally 4
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 206 globally 40
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 24 globally 70
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 1 globally 100
Single-Person Households
Rank 136 globally 19