Country profile

Trinidad and Tobago: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Trinidad and Tobago is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Costs, while Conflicts & Political Security, Mobility Costs and Taxes & Finance 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, Bitcoin & Crypto and Public Transport.

Overall rating 61.43 points
Global rank Rank 96 globally
Continental rank Rank 22 in North 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 Trinidad and Tobago

Why is Trinidad and Tobago especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses; its strongest main categories are Travel & Vacation and Costs.

Which topics stand out positively for Trinidad and Tobago?

Conflicts & Political Security, Mobility Costs and Taxes & Finance 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, Bitcoin & Crypto and Public Transport.

How important is travel, accommodation and longer trips for Trinidad and Tobago?

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 Trinidad and Tobago 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

Trinidad and Tobago 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 travel, accommodation and visitor usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses 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.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Trinidad and Tobago

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

43
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Homicide Rate
Rank 221 globally 36
Petty Crime Index
Rank 191 globally 38
Women's Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Organized Crime
Rank 121 globally 50
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 172 globally 62
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 117 globally 79
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 94 globally 88
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

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Flood Risk
Rank 23 globally 84
Storm Risk
Rank 166 globally 56
Earthquake Risk
Rank 166 globally 47
Drought Risk
Rank 63 globally 75
Wildfire Risk
Rank 98 globally 50
Landslide Risk
Rank 166 globally 41
Tsunami Risk
Rank 136 globally 52
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

70
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State Surveillance
Rank 77 globally 71
Internet Censorship
Rank 77 globally 76
Internet Freedom
Rank 90 globally 69
Data Protection Laws
Rank 89 globally 59
VPN Access
Rank 81 globally 79
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 112 globally 59
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Rule of Law
Rank 96 globally 56
Property Rights Security
Rank 95 globally 59
Corruption Perception
Rank 118 globally 44
Police Effectiveness
Rank 121 globally 57
Expropriation Risk
Rank 88 globally 63
Extradition Risk
Rank 99 globally 45

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

63
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Political Stability
Rank 124 globally 60
Economic Resilience
Rank 50 globally 69
Government Efficiency
Rank 98 globally 60
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 86 globally 62
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

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Healthcare Quality
Rank 102 globally 63
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 146 globally 62
Emergency Care
Rank 104 globally 62
Medicine Access
Rank 115 globally 64
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 102 globally 63
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 76 globally 70
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 186 globally 43
Doctor Density
Rank 27 globally 80
Hospital Beds
Rank 120 globally 40
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 110 globally 92
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 154 globally 42
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 28 globally 77

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 163 globally 54
Noise Pollution
Rank 138 globally 50
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 138 globally 74
Sanitation
Rank 159 globally 47
Waste Management
Rank 123 globally 36
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Life Expectancy
Rank 129 globally 67
Infectious Diseases
Rank 123 globally 73
Obesity Rate
Rank 162 globally 62
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 152 globally 36
Mental Health
Rank 151 globally 58
Suicide Rate
Rank 170 globally 46
Maternal Mortality
Rank 132 globally 56
Vaccination Rate
Rank 79 globally 93
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 129 globally 60
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 50 globally 84
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 108 globally 85
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 75 globally 66
Social Security Burden
Rank 28 globally 91
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 85 globally 60
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 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 132 globally 62
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 114 globally 25
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 51 globally 70
Capital Market Depth
Rank 49 globally 72
Business Credit Access
Rank 82 globally 68
Investor Protection
Rank 94 globally 58
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 96 globally 61
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 22 globally 81
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 94 globally 62
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 92 globally 62

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

74
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 83 globally 48
Banking Stability
Rank 17 globally 84
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 54 globally 86
Fintech Development
Rank 90 globally 71
ATM Availability
Rank 119 globally 75
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 27 globally 55
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

36
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 100 globally 33
Crypto Regulation
Rank 90 globally 47
Legal Status
Rank 101 globally 48
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 96 globally 17
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 157 globally 50
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 95 globally 12

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

73
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 80 globally 70
Transaction Costs
Rank 98 globally 70
Affordability
Rank 75 globally 75
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 28 globally 79
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 15 globally 93
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 108 globally 57
Days to Register a Company
Rank 121 globally 53

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 71 globally 72
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 9 globally 99
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 118 globally 58
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 131 globally 80
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 127 globally 57
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 111 globally 87
Central Bank Independence
Rank 92 globally 69
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 62 globally 70
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 70 globally 83
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 55
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 78 globally 47
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 55 globally 88
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 67 globally 75
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 85 globally 52
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

67
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 135 globally 39
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 131 globally 52
Electricity Cost
Rank 31 globally 93
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 120 globally 92

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 77 globally 60
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 113 globally 58
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 106 globally 59
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 87 globally 72
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 97 globally 64
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 91 globally 72
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 111 globally 65

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 (Cafรฉ)
Rank 117 globally 75
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 113 globally 86
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 124 globally 80
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 88 globally 83
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 97 globally 71
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 136 globally 77

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

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Transit Cost
Rank 133 globally 87
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 6 globally 93
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 108 globally 84
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 134 globally 87
Car Purchase Index
Rank 85 globally 20
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 141 globally 91
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 146 globally 86
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Internet Cost
Rank 147 globally 50
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 173 globally 47
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 178 globally 56
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 171 globally 70
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 134 globally 57

Personal Services

4 indicators

71
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Haircut Cost
Rank 140 globally 68
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 136 globally 72
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 111 globally 78
Local Services Cost
Rank 141 globally 64
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Logistics Performance
Rank 99 globally 31
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 114 globally 39
Port Connectivity
Rank 57 globally 35
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Road Quality
Rank 109 globally 47
Traffic Congestion
Rank 152 globally 42
Road Density
Rank 38 globally 73
Traffic Deaths
Rank 127 globally 69
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 104 globally 11

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

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Power Outages
Rank 127 globally 82
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 31 globally 80
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 218 globally 5
CO2 Intensity
Rank 185 globally 24
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 107 globally 52
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 72 globally 68
Mobile Speed
Rank 96 globally 58
5G Coverage
Rank 113 globally 10

Public Transport

4 indicators

41
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Transit Coverage
Rank 103 globally 45
Transit Punctuality
Rank 120 globally 52
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 111 globally 12
Walkability Score
Rank 104 globally 52
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 112 globally 52
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 154 globally 47
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 85 globally 62
Burnout Risk
Rank 82 globally 60
Public Holidays
Rank 63 globally 52

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

75
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 61 globally 69
Sunshine Hours
Rank 63 globally 88
Humidity Comfort
Rank 165 globally 51
Rainy Days
Rank 144 globally 60
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 108 globally 91
Seasonal Variation
Rank 16 globally 96

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

71
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Beach Quality
Rank 58 globally 77
Mountain Access
Rank 126 globally 35
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Biodiversity Index
Rank 48 globally 76
Forest Cover
Rank 69 globally 59

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 99 globally 44
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 29 globally 78
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 77 globally 48
Recovery Time
Rank 120 globally 67

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 77 globally 41
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 136 globally 10
Music & Nightlife
Rank 46 globally 58
Cinema Density
Rank 93 globally 24
Cultural Freedom
Rank 88 globally 62
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 110 globally 65
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 70 globally 47
Restaurant Density
Rank 78 globally 53
Street Food Scene
Rank 63 globally 50
Local Market Quality
Rank 97 globally 51
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 90 globally 44
Local Freshness
Rank 111 globally 52
Local Authenticity
Rank 69 globally 46

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 146 globally 85
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 81 globally 79
Child Safety Score
Rank 122 globally 58
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 94 globally 20
Playground Density
Rank 89 globally 52

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 105 globally 50
Veterinary Quality
Rank 91 globally 60
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 142 globally 50
Pet Food Prices
Rank 144 globally 50
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 78 globally 50
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 93 globally 58
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 111 globally 70
E-Government
Rank 123 globally 67
Visa Processing Time
Rank 133 globally 55
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 111 globally 62
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 101 globally 64
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 103 globally 47
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 99 globally 65
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 111 globally 65
Border Openness
Rank 99 globally 72
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 107 globally 59
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 141 globally 87
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 110 globally 41
Remote Work Legality
Rank 143 globally 49
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 84 globally 71
Remote Job Market
Rank 54 globally 75
Coworking Density
Rank 99 globally 44
Nomad Community
Rank 95 globally 44
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 68 globally 70
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 109 globally 62
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 110 globally 64
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 95 globally 64
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 103 globally 61
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 104 globally 61
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 85 globally 74
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 112 globally 66
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 93 globally 70
Residence Status Stability
Rank 105 globally 65
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 107 globally 62
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 92 globally 72
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 25 globally 93
Local Language Barrier
Rank 21 globally 95
Integration Ease
Rank 67 globally 73
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 63 globally 72
Expat Community Size
Rank 117 globally 37
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 50 globally 75
International Schools
Rank 80 globally 49
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 77 globally 70
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 75 globally 60
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 78 globally 66
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 91 globally 58
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 99 globally 60
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 66 globally 58
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 99 globally 60
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 108 globally 58
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 85 globally 67
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 123 globally 54
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 94 globally 65
Accommodation Availability
Rank 101 globally 55
Booking & Transparency
Rank 98 globally 66

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 107 globally 49
Digital Travel Services
Rank 107 globally 61
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 92 globally 75
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 67 globally 75
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 102 globally 47
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 75 globally 70
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 45 globally 79
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 73 globally 60
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 66 globally 78
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 67 globally 74
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 43 globally 81

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

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Hotel Cost
Rank 154 globally 72
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 156 globally 72
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 121 globally 82
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 135 globally 80
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 167 globally 70
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 90 globally 86
Off-Season Usability
Rank 98 globally 71
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 92 globally 68
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 150 globally 79
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

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Press Freedom
Rank 72 globally 69
Democracy Index
Rank 76 globally 72
Personal Freedom
Rank 84 globally 70
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 80 globally 74

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 87 globally 47
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 113 globally 42
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
School Life Expectancy
Rank 71 globally 75
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 91 globally 25
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 63 globally 47
Gini Index
Rank 165 globally 43
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 99 globally 45
Housing Support Score
Rank 103 globally 43
Social Mobility Score
Rank 116 globally 46
Social Cohesion
Rank 83 globally 62
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Gender Equality
Rank 104 globally 60
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 114 globally 57
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 86 globally 58
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 78 globally 60
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 78 globally 60

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

49
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 92 globally 41
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 89 globally 48
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 73 globally 60
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 90 globally 47
Pride Culture
Rank 73 globally 51
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Disability Support Score
Rank 82 globally 57
Public Accessibility
Rank 89 globally 54
Digital Accessibility
Rank 95 globally 56
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 85 globally 62

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

70
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 77 globally 82
Secularization Score
Rank 82 globally 49
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 3 globally 65
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 51 globally 73

Demography

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Median Age
Rank 157 globally 45
Fertility Rate
Rank 67 globally 85
Population Growth
Rank 166 globally 28
Net Migration Rate
Rank 214 globally 30
Urbanization Rate
Rank 144 globally 46
Foreign Population Share
Rank 119 globally 40
Population Density
Rank 177 globally 47
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 71 globally 57
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 73 globally 42