Country profile

Korea Republic: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Korea Republic is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a strong overall picture; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health, while Internet & Connectivity, Season & Travel Comfort and Accommodation & Stay Quality 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, Demography and Entrepreneurship & Business.

Overall rating 72.18 points
Global rank Rank 32 globally
Continental rank Rank 4 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 Korea Republic

Why is Korea Republic especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Korea Republic?

Internet & Connectivity, Season & Travel Comfort and Accommodation & Stay Quality 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, Demography and Entrepreneurship & Business.

How important is travel, accommodation and longer trips for Korea Republic?

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 Korea Republic 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

Korea Republic is especially useful to compare with Japan, Portugal and Spain, because those countries sit closer to its overall rating profile. Denmark and Germany work as contrast comparisons when travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as healthcare and medical protection 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.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Korea Republic

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

81
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Homicide Rate
Rank 16 globally 96
Petty Crime Index
Rank 21 globally 81
Women's Safety
Rank 29 globally 77
Organized Crime
Rank 47 globally 65
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 42 globally 89
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 115 globally 62
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 186 globally 65
Political Violence
Rank 128 globally 78
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 192 globally 56
Terrorism Risk
Rank 143 globally 97

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

53
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Flood Risk
Rank 119 globally 46
Storm Risk
Rank 190 globally 37
Earthquake Risk
Rank 139 globally 61
Drought Risk
Rank 55 globally 77
Wildfire Risk
Rank 76 globally 59
Landslide Risk
Rank 168 globally 40
Tsunami Risk
Rank 166 globally 46
Volcano Risk
Rank 175 globally 67

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

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State Surveillance
Rank 60 globally 75
Internet Censorship
Rank 68 globally 78
Internet Freedom
Rank 33 globally 80
Data Protection Laws
Rank 50 globally 81
VPN Access
Rank 71 globally 81
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 63 globally 68
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Rule of Law
Rank 43 globally 74
Property Rights Security
Rank 39 globally 73
Corruption Perception
Rank 56 globally 65
Police Effectiveness
Rank 31 globally 76
Expropriation Risk
Rank 38 globally 75
Extradition Risk
Rank 157 globally 39

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

74
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Political Stability
Rank 91 globally 69
Economic Resilience
Rank 30 globally 75
Government Efficiency
Rank 28 globally 80
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 35 globally 71
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 2 globally 88
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 11 globally 86
Emergency Care
Rank 4 globally 87
Medicine Access
Rank 2 globally 87
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 10 globally 87
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 11 globally 80
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 155 globally 58
Doctor Density
Rank 78 globally 64
Hospital Beds
Rank 2 globally 93
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 129 globally 51
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 64 globally 65

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 165 globally 53
Noise Pollution
Rank 167 globally 42
UV Radiation
Rank 16 globally 80
Tap Water Safety
Rank 29 globally 99
Sanitation
Rank 9 globally 99
Waste Management
Rank 6 globally 90
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Life Expectancy
Rank 13 globally 96
Infectious Diseases
Rank 62 globally 84
Obesity Rate
Rank 17 globally 90
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 16 globally 81
Mental Health
Rank 65 globally 69
Suicide Rate
Rank 219 globally 28
Maternal Mortality
Rank 1 globally 100
Vaccination Rate
Rank 30 globally 97
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 164 globally 54
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 40 globally 86
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 209 globally 51
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 195 globally 27
Social Security Burden
Rank 114 globally 73
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 55 globally 68
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 169 globally 58
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 58
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 215 globally 41
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 107 globally 67
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 8 globally 91
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 11 globally 78
Capital Market Depth
Rank 19 globally 79
Business Credit Access
Rank 40 globally 75
Investor Protection
Rank 35 globally 74
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 14 globally 81
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 13 globally 83
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 36 globally 74
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 21 globally 82

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

70
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 59 globally 56
Banking Stability
Rank 131 globally 74
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 14 globally 91
Fintech Development
Rank 48 globally 94
ATM Availability
Rank 1 globally 100
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 202 globally 32
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 187 globally 69

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

63
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 15 globally 76
Crypto Regulation
Rank 28 globally 77
Legal Status
Rank 45 globally 80
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 34 globally 37
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 171 globally 47
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 26 globally 35

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

55
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 24 globally 85
Transaction Costs
Rank 53 globally 80
Affordability
Rank 212 globally 28
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 215 globally 25
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 107 globally 38
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 149 globally 53
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 132 globally 55
Days to Register a Company
Rank 76 globally 60

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 38 globally 82
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 55 globally 95
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 110 globally 60
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 153 globally 75
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 23 globally 73
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 130 globally 81
Central Bank Independence
Rank 34 globally 81
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 50 globally 73
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 43 globally 88
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 31 globally 82
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 13 globally 86
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 29 globally 92
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 38 globally 81
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 16 globally 92
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 24 globally 85
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

51
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 184 globally 27
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 166 globally 45
Electricity Cost
Rank 81 globally 80
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 200 globally 56
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 167 globally 84

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 197 globally 23
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 202 globally 15
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 146 globally 44
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 158 globally 47
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 220 globally 16
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 228 globally 2
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 169 globally 42

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 129 globally 59
Burger Menu Price
Rank 147 globally 69
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 170 globally 48
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 135 globally 80
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 142 globally 75
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 121 globally 75
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 154 globally 65

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 192 globally 62
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 175 globally 46
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 182 globally 70
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 193 globally 68
Car Purchase Index
Rank 8 globally 83
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 170 globally 81
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 195 globally 70
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Internet Cost
Rank 74 globally 70
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 150 globally 55
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 136 globally 72
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 130 globally 83
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 113 globally 63

Personal Services

4 indicators

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Haircut Cost
Rank 169 globally 55
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 174 globally 58
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 139 globally 68
Local Services Cost
Rank 178 globally 48
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Logistics Performance
Rank 27 globally 70
Rail Network Density
Rank 27 globally 76
Airport Connectivity
Rank 5 globally 94
Port Connectivity
Rank 3 globally 80
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Road Quality
Rank 8 globally 95
Traffic Congestion
Rank 205 globally 32
Road Density
Rank 64 globally 69
Traffic Deaths
Rank 77 globally 82
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 17 globally 79

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 6 globally 99
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 28 globally 85
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 195 globally 10
CO2 Intensity
Rank 103 globally 44
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 228 globally 36
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Broadband Speed
Rank 2 globally 98
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 1 globally 100
Mobile Speed
Rank 1 globally 100
5G Coverage
Rank 1 globally 99

Public Transport

4 indicators

81
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Transit Coverage
Rank 6 globally 88
Transit Punctuality
Rank 3 globally 92
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 21 globally 58
Walkability Score
Rank 3 globally 82
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

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Annual Working Hours
Rank 93 globally 56
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 207 globally 37
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 111 globally 59
Burnout Risk
Rank 204 globally 32
Public Holidays
Rank 14 globally 68

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

65
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 179 globally 45
Sunshine Hours
Rank 183 globally 63
Humidity Comfort
Rank 67 globally 84
Rainy Days
Rank 98 globally 67
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 138 globally 89
Seasonal Variation
Rank 211 globally 48

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

61
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Beach Quality
Rank 113 globally 56
Mountain Access
Rank 56 globally 61
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 108 globally 59
Biodiversity Index
Rank 130 globally 58
Forest Cover
Rank 24 globally 85

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 18 globally 83
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 16 globally 85
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 6 globally 92
Recovery Time
Rank 158 globally 61

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 20 globally 85
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 20 globally 60
Music & Nightlife
Rank 8 globally 78
Cinema Density
Rank 3 globally 96
Cultural Freedom
Rank 46 globally 72
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 22 globally 80
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 8 globally 87
Restaurant Density
Rank 4 globally 94
Street Food Scene
Rank 8 globally 88
Local Market Quality
Rank 9 globally 88
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 5 globally 90
Local Freshness
Rank 7 globally 87
Local Authenticity
Rank 10 globally 85

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 209 globally 47
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 65 globally 48
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 49 globally 38
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 30 globally 89
Child Safety Score
Rank 23 globally 85
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 27 globally 45
Playground Density
Rank 17 globally 85

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 119 globally 45
Veterinary Quality
Rank 24 globally 85
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 153 globally 45
Pet Food Prices
Rank 149 globally 48
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 68 globally 55
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 212 globally 30
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 93 globally 58
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 31 globally 84
E-Government
Rank 2 globally 97
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 29 globally 82
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 22 globally 89
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 19 globally 83
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 27 globally 91
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 3 globally 91
Border Openness
Rank 78 globally 79
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 14 globally 91
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 177 globally 75
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 67 globally 47
Remote Work Legality
Rank 57 globally 69
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 78 globally 74
Remote Job Market
Rank 20 globally 86
Coworking Density
Rank 18 globally 85
Nomad Community
Rank 27 globally 73
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 27 globally 87
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 40 globally 82
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 34 globally 83
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 81 globally 68
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 47 globally 77
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 16 globally 91
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 42 globally 82
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 45 globally 83
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 111 globally 65
Residence Status Stability
Rank 47 globally 80
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 46 globally 79
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 2 globally 97
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 204 globally 35
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 144 globally 40
Local Language Barrier
Rank 142 globally 49
Integration Ease
Rank 116 globally 64
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 98 globally 64
Expat Community Size
Rank 103 globally 40
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 125 globally 60
International Schools
Rank 53 globally 54
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 105 globally 61
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 68 globally 65
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 100 globally 61
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 73 globally 62
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 68 globally 71
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 28 globally 70
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 31 globally 80
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 32 globally 79
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 35 globally 79
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 4 globally 98
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 20 globally 91
Accommodation Availability
Rank 3 globally 95
Booking & Transparency
Rank 23 globally 90

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 10 globally 93
Digital Travel Services
Rank 1 globally 100
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 23 globally 92
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 23 globally 88
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 8 globally 86
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 13 globally 93
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 26 globally 83
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 5 globally 94
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 70 globally 77
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 15 globally 86
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 46 globally 80

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

73
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Hotel Cost
Rank 143 globally 74
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 135 globally 77
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 174 globally 65
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 164 globally 71
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 122 globally 77
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 8 globally 96
Off-Season Usability
Rank 3 globally 95
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 7 globally 95
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 3 globally 98
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 59 globally 72
Democracy Index
Rank 37 globally 81
Personal Freedom
Rank 66 globally 76
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 33 globally 83

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 72 globally 98
PISA Score
Rank 3 globally 91
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 1 globally 94
Education Expenditure
Rank 85 globally 78
School Life Expectancy
Rank 14 globally 88
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 47 globally 58
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 96 globally 33
Gini Index
Rank 62 globally 69
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 19 globally 80
Housing Support Score
Rank 38 globally 63
Social Mobility Score
Rank 20 globally 74
Social Cohesion
Rank 59 globally 71
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Gender Equality
Rank 78 globally 66
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 49 globally 73
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 65 globally 69
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 70 globally 66
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 63 globally 69

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

57
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 80 globally 48
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 75 globally 56
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 62 globally 68
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 75 globally 54
Pride Culture
Rank 69 globally 54
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Disability Support Score
Rank 47 globally 70
Public Accessibility
Rank 36 globally 73
Digital Accessibility
Rank 18 globally 85
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 39 globally 77

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

79
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 27 globally 89
Secularization Score
Rank 15 globally 71
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 12 globally 58
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 12 globally 82

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 209 globally 28
Fertility Rate
Rank 229 globally 0
Population Growth
Rank 180 globally 24
Net Migration Rate
Rank 62 globally 57
Urbanization Rate
Rank 59 globally 79
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 206 globally 40
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 90 globally 53
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 24 globally 70