Country profile

Turkmenistan: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Turkmenistan is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Health, while Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness more closely, because the largest deductions come from Permanent Residency & Family, Remote Work & Freelancing and Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom.

Overall rating 47.46 points
Global rank Rank 190 globally
Continental rank Rank 38 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 Turkmenistan

Why is Turkmenistan especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Costs and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Turkmenistan?

Food & Basic Goods, Dining & Going Out and Vacation Costs show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Permanent Residency & Family, Remote Work & Freelancing and Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom.

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

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 Turkmenistan 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

Turkmenistan 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 healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; residence, visas and settling abroad as well as social freedom, participation and openness still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Turkmenistan

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

67
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Homicide Rate
Rank 55 globally 94
Petty Crime Index
Rank 169 globally 42
Women's Safety
Rank 126 globally 56
Organized Crime
Rank 136 globally 48
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 138 globally 73
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 134 globally 86
Political Violence
Rank 192 globally 48
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 137 globally 82
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

60
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Flood Risk
Rank 169 globally 38
Storm Risk
Rank 59 globally 88
Earthquake Risk
Rank 123 globally 64
Drought Risk
Rank 206 globally 22
Wildfire Risk
Rank 171 globally 38
Landslide Risk
Rank 47 globally 69
Tsunami Risk
Rank 42 globally 98
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

9
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State Surveillance
Rank 228 globally 6
Internet Censorship
Rank 226 globally 6
Internet Freedom
Rank 227 globally 8
Data Protection Laws
Rank 223 globally 14
VPN Access
Rank 228 globally 4
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 199 globally 45
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Rule of Law
Rank 214 globally 19
Property Rights Security
Rank 209 globally 20
Corruption Perception
Rank 213 globally 18
Police Effectiveness
Rank 190 globally 37
Expropriation Risk
Rank 207 globally 18
Extradition Risk
Rank 222 globally 30

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

50
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Political Stability
Rank 145 globally 55
Economic Resilience
Rank 117 globally 60
Government Efficiency
Rank 202 globally 34
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 172 globally 45
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

40
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 173 globally 45
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 194 globally 43
Emergency Care
Rank 187 globally 39
Medicine Access
Rank 199 globally 38
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 198 globally 35
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 221 globally 18
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 227 globally 3
Doctor Density
Rank 107 globally 53
Hospital Beds
Rank 61 globally 54
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 141 globally 85
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 38 globally 79
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 189 globally 30

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 121 globally 68
Noise Pollution
Rank 67 globally 62
UV Radiation
Rank 66 globally 40
Tap Water Safety
Rank 63 globally 96
Sanitation
Rank 111 globally 72
Waste Management
Rank 227 globally 1
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Life Expectancy
Rank 161 globally 58
Infectious Diseases
Rank 111 globally 75
Obesity Rate
Rank 108 globally 72
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 182 globally 23
Mental Health
Rank 135 globally 60
Suicide Rate
Rank 104 globally 59
Maternal Mortality
Rank 1 globally 100
Vaccination Rate
Rank 9 globally 99
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 20 globally 86
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 97 globally 86
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 21 globally 90
Social Security Burden
Rank 20 globally 97
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 99 globally 53
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 163 globally 54
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 98 globally 35
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 191 globally 55
Capital Market Depth
Rank 133 globally 59
Business Credit Access
Rank 189 globally 43
Investor Protection
Rank 212 globally 19
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 213 globally 25
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 153 globally 66
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 160 globally 43
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 199 globally 33

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

45
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 215 globally 14
Banking Stability
Rank 197 globally 55
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 212 globally 50
Fintech Development
Rank 179 globally 32
ATM Availability
Rank 191 globally 34
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 137 globally 46
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 1 globally 98
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

23
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 214 globally 10
Crypto Regulation
Rank 214 globally 19
Legal Status
Rank 215 globally 18
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 217 globally 4
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 214 globally 3

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

40
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 213 globally 5
Transaction Costs
Rank 164 globally 55
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 220 globally 18
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 15 globally 80
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 112 globally 63
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 225 globally 29
Days to Register a Company
Rank 159 globally 43

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

72
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 110 globally 61
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 124 globally 85
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 33 globally 85
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 21 globally 90
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 205 globally 41
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 88 globally 90
Central Bank Independence
Rank 218 globally 28
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 9 globally 92
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 121 globally 73
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 162 globally 21
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 165 globally 19
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 85 globally 82
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 58 globally 78
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 67 globally 75
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 179 globally 16
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

84
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 12 globally 74
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 21 globally 79
Electricity Cost
Rank 20 globally 95
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 144 globally 92
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

99
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 2 globally 98
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 2 globally 99
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 1 globally 100
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 3 globally 97
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 6 globally 92
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 1 globally 100
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 1 globally 100

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

98
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 13 globally 92
Burger Menu Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

87
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Transit Cost
Rank 5 globally 98
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 3 globally 98
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 1 globally 100
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 8 globally 99
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 1 globally 100
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 4 globally 99
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Internet Cost
Rank 170 globally 48
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 65 globally 78
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 118 globally 78
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 178 globally 63
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 145 globally 52

Personal Services

4 indicators

77
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Haircut Cost
Rank 58 globally 89
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 65 globally 93
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 209 globally 39
Local Services Cost
Rank 66 globally 88
๐Ÿ—๏ธ Infrastructure ShowHide
21
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Logistics Performance
Rank 148 globally 18
Rail Network Density
Rank 81 globally 29
Airport Connectivity
Rank 139 globally 31
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
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Road Quality
Rank 109 globally 47
Traffic Congestion
Rank 53 globally 68
Road Density
Rank 175 globally 48
Traffic Deaths
Rank 158 globally 55
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

74
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Power Outages
Rank 77 globally 92
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 1 globally 100
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 218 globally 5
CO2 Intensity
Rank 194 globally 21
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 168 globally 31
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 157 globally 13
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 181 globally 2

Public Transport

4 indicators

36
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Transit Coverage
Rank 130 globally 38
Transit Punctuality
Rank 105 globally 55
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 165 globally 42
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

58
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 1 globally 100
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 137 globally 55
Burnout Risk
Rank 192 globally 35
Public Holidays
Rank 14 globally 68

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

66
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 196 globally 36
Sunshine Hours
Rank 30 globally 94
Humidity Comfort
Rank 62 globally 85
Rainy Days
Rank 26 globally 85
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 210 globally 56
Seasonal Variation
Rank 221 globally 42

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

24
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Beach Quality
Rank 188 globally 10
Mountain Access
Rank 126 globally 35
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 200 globally 14
Biodiversity Index
Rank 200 globally 42
Forest Cover
Rank 181 globally 12

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

35
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 134 globally 33
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 216 globally 28
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 192 globally 20
Recovery Time
Rank 113 globally 68

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 65 globally 32
Music & Nightlife
Rank 219 globally 15
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 221 globally 10
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 110 globally 65
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 207 globally 18
Restaurant Density
Rank 211 globally 18
Street Food Scene
Rank 207 globally 18
Local Market Quality
Rank 173 globally 30
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 199 globally 16
Local Freshness
Rank 167 globally 35
Local Authenticity
Rank 214 globally 19

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

42
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 120 globally 21
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 71
Child Safety Score
Rank 177 globally 42
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 165 globally 30

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

39
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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 193 globally 25
Veterinary Quality
Rank 162 globally 30
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 36 globally 68
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 196 globally 18
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 197 globally 35
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 204 globally 22
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 223 globally 9
E-Government
Rank 167 globally 51
Visa Processing Time
Rank 217 globally 19
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 214 globally 28
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 188 globally 38
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 195 globally 21
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 212 globally 30
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 186 globally 0
Visa Application Ease
Rank 211 globally 15
Border Openness
Rank 203 globally 2
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 203 globally 18
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 217 globally 0
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 219 globally 7
Remote Work Legality
Rank 227 globally 7
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 227 globally 7
Remote Job Market
Rank 227 globally 7
Coworking Density
Rank 227 globally 7
Nomad Community
Rank 222 globally 6
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 227 globally 7
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 219 globally 8
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 12
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 220 globally 12
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 218 globally 0
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 221 globally 5
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 220 globally 14
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 213 globally 0
Family Reunification
Rank 221 globally 0
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 218 globally 0
Residence Status Stability
Rank 221 globally 0
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 221 globally 0
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 206 globally 13
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 226 globally 0
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 227 globally 7
Local Language Barrier
Rank 226 globally 6
Integration Ease
Rank 224 globally 6
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 221 globally 11
Expat Community Size
Rank 221 globally 8
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 223 globally 11
International Schools
Rank 222 globally 4
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 224 globally 6
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 221 globally 7
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 220 globally 12
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 219 globally 8
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 217 globally 16
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 211 globally 18
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 219 globally 18
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 212 globally 20
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 225 globally 12
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 155 globally 44
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 218 globally 22
Accommodation Availability
Rank 186 globally 31
Booking & Transparency
Rank 218 globally 25

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

32
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 170 globally 34
Digital Travel Services
Rank 200 globally 35
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 214 globally 32
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 213 globally 28
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 185 globally 30
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 211 globally 30
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 217 globally 33
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 217 globally 25
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 200 globally 28
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 219 globally 29
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 214 globally 32

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

94
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 16 globally 97
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 10 globally 95
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 10 globally 95
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 65 globally 84
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 159 globally 81
Off-Season Usability
Rank 190 globally 57
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 176 globally 54
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 38 globally 87
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

15
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Press Freedom
Rank 227 globally 8
Democracy Index
Rank 222 globally 17
Personal Freedom
Rank 225 globally 28
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 227 globally 3

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

57
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 134 globally 34
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 135 globally 32
Education Expenditure
Rank 183 globally 50
School Life Expectancy
Rank 137 globally 68
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 113 globally 17
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 151 globally 0
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 127 globally 27
Gini Index
Rank 19 globally 86
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 156 globally 28
Social Mobility Score
Rank 156 globally 36
Social Cohesion
Rank 202 globally 32
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Gender Equality
Rank 203 globally 35
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 206 globally 29
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 220 globally 11
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 221 globally 8
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 217 globally 14

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

7
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 188 globally 10
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 221 globally 6
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 212 globally 7
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 212 globally 7
Pride Culture
Rank 211 globally 6
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Disability Support Score
Rank 183 globally 27
Public Accessibility
Rank 203 globally 24
Digital Accessibility
Rank 208 globally 20
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 191 globally 31

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

18
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 214 globally 17
Secularization Score
Rank 196 globally 18
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 205 globally 15
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 202 globally 20

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 85 globally 68
Fertility Rate
Rank 50 globally 92
Population Growth
Rank 72 globally 50
Net Migration Rate
Rank 155 globally 40
Urbanization Rate
Rank 144 globally 46
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 20 globally 81
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 48 globally 60
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 106 globally 88
Single-Person Households
Rank 188 globally 12