Country profile

Uganda: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Uganda 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 Dining & Going Out, Personal Services and Food & Basic Goods 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 LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Internet & Connectivity and Social System & Social Cohesion.

Overall rating 48.73 points
Global rank Rank 185 globally
Continental rank Rank 28 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 Uganda

Why is Uganda 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 Uganda?

Dining & Going Out, Personal Services and Food & Basic Goods 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 LGBTQ+ Friendliness, Internet & Connectivity and Social System & Social Cohesion.

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

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 Uganda 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

Uganda 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

All ratings and indicators for Uganda

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

49
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Homicide Rate
Rank 178 globally 76
Petty Crime Index
Rank 169 globally 42
Women's Safety
Rank 173 globally 44
Organized Crime
Rank 196 globally 36
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 183 globally 58
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 204 globally 1
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 170 globally 74
Political Violence
Rank 169 globally 66
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 177 globally 73
Terrorism Risk
Rank 196 globally 68

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

66
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Flood Risk
Rank 60 globally 58
Storm Risk
Rank 2 globally 96
Earthquake Risk
Rank 108 globally 67
Drought Risk
Rank 137 globally 59
Wildfire Risk
Rank 194 globally 20
Landslide Risk
Rank 198 globally 33
Tsunami Risk
Rank 1 globally 100
Volcano Risk
Rank 154 globally 86

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

43
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State Surveillance
Rank 169 globally 47
Internet Censorship
Rank 174 globally 44
Internet Freedom
Rank 175 globally 43
Data Protection Laws
Rank 202 globally 25
VPN Access
Rank 175 globally 51
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 170 globally 50
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Rule of Law
Rank 175 globally 39
Property Rights Security
Rank 171 globally 41
Corruption Perception
Rank 192 globally 24
Police Effectiveness
Rank 175 globally 44
Expropriation Risk
Rank 184 globally 28
Extradition Risk
Rank 57 globally 50

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

49
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Political Stability
Rank 185 globally 43
Economic Resilience
Rank 132 globally 58
Government Efficiency
Rank 176 globally 43
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 155 globally 49
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

43
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 186 globally 40
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 178 globally 51
Emergency Care
Rank 191 globally 37
Medicine Access
Rank 184 globally 46
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 185 globally 40
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 168 globally 51
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 149 globally 60
Doctor Density
Rank 200 globally 7
Hospital Beds
Rank 211 globally 10
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 194 globally 55
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 3 globally 88
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 176 globally 32

Environmental Health

6 indicators

29
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 191 globally 36
Noise Pollution
Rank 176 globally 40
UV Radiation
Rank 154 globally 22
Tap Water Safety
Rank 221 globally 25
Sanitation
Rank 201 globally 25
Waste Management
Rank 171 globally 20
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Life Expectancy
Rank 174 globally 53
Infectious Diseases
Rank 214 globally 31
Obesity Rate
Rank 27 globally 88
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 198 globally 19
Mental Health
Rank 197 globally 49
Suicide Rate
Rank 170 globally 46
Maternal Mortality
Rank 183 globally 34
Vaccination Rate
Rank 156 globally 85
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 145 globally 57
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 3 globally 94
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

61
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 46 globally 92
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 173 globally 36
Social Security Burden
Rank 100 globally 78
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 152 globally 43
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 225 globally 16
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 114 globally 65
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 129 globally 20
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 191 globally 55
Capital Market Depth
Rank 188 globally 49
Business Credit Access
Rank 150 globally 53
Investor Protection
Rank 179 globally 35
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 183 globally 37
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 168 globally 64
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 169 globally 42
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 133 globally 52

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

61
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 150 globally 32
Banking Stability
Rank 43 globally 82
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 143 globally 77
Fintech Development
Rank 116 globally 59
ATM Availability
Rank 215 globally 19
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 129 globally 48
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 15 globally 93
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 1 globally 100

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

32
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 77 globally 38
Crypto Regulation
Rank 141 globally 35
Legal Status
Rank 138 globally 39
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 80 globally 21
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 192 globally 36
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 104 globally 11

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

57
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 160 globally 25
Transaction Costs
Rank 154 globally 60
Affordability
Rank 87 globally 70
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 16 globally 84
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 176 globally 25
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 197 globally 32
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 122 globally 56
Days to Register a Company
Rank 178 globally 39

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

59
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 206 globally 24
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 121 globally 86
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 100 globally 62
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 21 globally 90
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 178 globally 48
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 153 globally 74
Central Bank Independence
Rank 139 globally 62
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 168 globally 41
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 183 globally 47
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 198 globally 11
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 193 globally 10
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 29 globally 92
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 224 globally 10
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 198 globally 27
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 215 globally 7
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

78
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 39 globally 64
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 9 globally 86
Electricity Cost
Rank 104 globally 70
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 27 globally 99
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 8 globally 99

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

93
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 10 globally 93
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 26 globally 90
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 13 globally 96
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 22 globally 91
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 6 globally 92
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 22 globally 96
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 12 globally 95

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 7 globally 96
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

77
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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 124 globally 62
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 108 globally 84
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 47 globally 97
Car Purchase Index
Rank 153 globally 1
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 108 globally 60
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 33 globally 89
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 25 globally 96
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 48 globally 95
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 30 globally 77

Personal Services

4 indicators

96
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Haircut Cost
Rank 15 globally 93
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 1 globally 100
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 8 globally 97
Local Services Cost
Rank 15 globally 95
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Logistics Performance
Rank 129 globally 23
Rail Network Density
Rank 100 globally 15
Airport Connectivity
Rank 139 globally 31
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
35
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Road Quality
Rank 155 globally 36
Traffic Congestion
Rank 149 globally 44
Road Density
Rank 192 globally 45
Traffic Deaths
Rank 204 globally 32
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 175 globally 3

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

49
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Power Outages
Rank 195 globally 31
Electrification Rate
Rank 206 globally 26
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 119 globally 40
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 35 globally 78
CO2 Intensity
Rank 68 globally 56
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 184 globally 23
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 200 globally 1
Mobile Speed
Rank 181 globally 34
5G Coverage
Rank 179 globally 3

Public Transport

4 indicators

31
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Transit Coverage
Rank 152 globally 30
Transit Punctuality
Rank 172 globally 45
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 154 globally 8
Walkability Score
Rank 165 globally 42
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

46
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 206 globally 32
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 70 globally 70
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 168 globally 48
Burnout Risk
Rank 181 globally 38
Public Holidays
Rank 193 globally 40

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

78
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 5 globally 84
Sunshine Hours
Rank 165 globally 72
Humidity Comfort
Rank 104 globally 66
Rainy Days
Rank 164 globally 57
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 16 globally 99
Seasonal Variation
Rank 43 globally 94

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

44
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Beach Quality
Rank 189 globally 0
Mountain Access
Rank 63 globally 56
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 122 globally 54
Biodiversity Index
Rank 43 globally 79
Forest Cover
Rank 168 globally 15

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

35
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 181 globally 20
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 178 globally 43
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 177 globally 24
Recovery Time
Rank 194 globally 55

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

29
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 189 globally 14
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 85 globally 22
Music & Nightlife
Rank 147 globally 32
Cinema Density
Rank 138 globally 12
Cultural Freedom
Rank 168 globally 35
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 73 globally 70
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 138 globally 32
Restaurant Density
Rank 142 globally 36
Street Food Scene
Rank 128 globally 35
Local Market Quality
Rank 127 globally 44
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 154 globally 27
Local Freshness
Rank 117 globally 50
Local Authenticity
Rank 137 globally 31

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

35
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 29 globally 98
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 118 globally 27
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 157 globally 19
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 197 globally 36
Child Safety Score
Rank 188 globally 38
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 188 globally 22

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 152 globally 35
Veterinary Quality
Rank 178 globally 25
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 33 globally 72
Pet Food Prices
Rank 26 globally 70
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 160 globally 25
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 156 globally 42
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 171 globally 32
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 150 globally 61
E-Government
Rank 177 globally 46
Visa Processing Time
Rank 27 globally 70
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 164 globally 49
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 183 globally 40
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 171 globally 29
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 188 globally 39
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 129 globally 35
Visa Application Ease
Rank 162 globally 51
Border Openness
Rank 168 globally 43
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 165 globally 39
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 28 globally 94
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 156 globally 33
Remote Work Legality
Rank 184 globally 41
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 166 globally 51
Remote Job Market
Rank 165 globally 46
Coworking Density
Rank 152 globally 31
Nomad Community
Rank 155 globally 29
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 180 globally 31
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 168 globally 47
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 165 globally 52
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 175 globally 47
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 163 globally 47
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 182 globally 38
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 178 globally 47
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 167 globally 48
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 140 globally 54
Residence Status Stability
Rank 166 globally 51
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 164 globally 47
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

55
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 66 globally 67
Local Language Barrier
Rank 75 globally 66
Integration Ease
Rank 155 globally 57
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 154 globally 53
Expat Community Size
Rank 143 globally 31
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 143 globally 57
International Schools
Rank 123 globally 43
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 200 globally 33
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 199 globally 21
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 206 globally 23
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 204 globally 20
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 176 globally 41
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 145 globally 43
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 169 globally 43
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 169 globally 40
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 155 globally 52
๐Ÿ–๏ธ Travel & Vacation ShowHide
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Hotel Quality
Rank 188 globally 32
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 178 globally 38
Accommodation Availability
Rank 175 globally 33
Booking & Transparency
Rank 177 globally 41

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

46
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 162 globally 35
Digital Travel Services
Rank 175 globally 42
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 161 globally 54
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 157 globally 52
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 163 globally 35
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 164 globally 47
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 181 globally 49
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 170 globally 38
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 219 globally 18
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 215 globally 31
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 141 globally 57

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

93
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Hotel Cost
Rank 33 globally 94
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 34 globally 95
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 18 globally 94
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 47 globally 92
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 1 globally 88
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 80 globally 87
Off-Season Usability
Rank 172 globally 60
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 176 globally 54
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 22 globally 88
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

40
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Press Freedom
Rank 176 globally 35
Democracy Index
Rank 159 globally 41
Personal Freedom
Rank 165 globally 52
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 176 globally 27

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 183 globally 79
PISA Score
Rank 199 globally 6
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 206 globally 8
Education Expenditure
Rank 198 globally 42
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 188 globally 13
Gini Index
Rank 160 globally 46
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 178 globally 5
Housing Support Score
Rank 195 globally 15
Social Mobility Score
Rank 195 globally 20
Social Cohesion
Rank 193 globally 36
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Gender Equality
Rank 174 globally 45
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 179 globally 40
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 185 globally 29
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 192 globally 24
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 193 globally 27

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

5
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 216 globally 1
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 209 globally 11
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 213 globally 6
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 216 globally 4
Pride Culture
Rank 217 globally 0
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Disability Support Score
Rank 192 globally 23
Public Accessibility
Rank 187 globally 29
Digital Accessibility
Rank 189 globally 26
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 191 globally 31

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

53
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 158 globally 62
Secularization Score
Rank 167 globally 33
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 45 globally 50
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 159 globally 58

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 2 globally 98
Fertility Rate
Rank 198 globally 31
Population Growth
Rank 2 globally 90
Net Migration Rate
Rank 107 globally 47
Urbanization Rate
Rank 207 globally 13
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 160 globally 49
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 48 globally 60
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 53 globally 90
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14