Country profile

Ukraine: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Ukraine is especially relevant in the Nomadino comparison when comparing everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses as well as travel, accommodation and visitor usability. The current data points to a solid overall picture; its strongest main categories are Costs and Travel & Vacation, while Dining & Going Out, Communication & Digital Costs and Personal Services stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check safety, stability and risk exposure as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle more closely, because the largest deductions come from Conflicts & Political Security, Legal Protection & Property and Long-Term Stability.

Overall rating 57.65 points
Global rank Rank 139 globally
Continental rank Rank 50 in Europe

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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 Ukraine

Why is Ukraine especially relevant in this comparison?

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

Which topics stand out positively for Ukraine?

Dining & Going Out, Communication & Digital Costs and Personal Services show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

safety, stability and risk exposure as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Conflicts & Political Security, Legal Protection & Property and Long-Term Stability.

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

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 Ukraine 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

Ukraine 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 travel, accommodation and visitor usability need to be weighed against different priorities; safety, stability and risk exposure as well as climate, leisure, nature and day-to-day lifestyle still deserve closer attention.

All ratings and indicators for Ukraine

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

57
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Homicide Rate
Rank 128 globally 86
Petty Crime Index
Rank 182 globally 39
Women's Safety
Rank 205 globally 34
Organized Crime
Rank 185 globally 39
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 195 globally 52
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 1 globally 100
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 227 globally 8
Political Violence
Rank 225 globally 9
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 229 globally 8
Terrorism Risk
Rank 192 globally 71

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

67
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Flood Risk
Rank 189 globally 35
Storm Risk
Rank 59 globally 88
Earthquake Risk
Rank 85 globally 74
Drought Risk
Rank 75 globally 72
Wildfire Risk
Rank 140 globally 40
Landslide Risk
Rank 51 globally 67
Tsunami Risk
Rank 73 globally 80
Volcano Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

49
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State Surveillance
Rank 165 globally 48
Internet Censorship
Rank 173 globally 45
Internet Freedom
Rank 159 globally 50
Data Protection Laws
Rank 110 globally 53
VPN Access
Rank 168 globally 55
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 223 globally 34
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Rule of Law
Rank 208 globally 24
Property Rights Security
Rank 205 globally 24
Corruption Perception
Rank 192 globally 24
Police Effectiveness
Rank 210 globally 22
Expropriation Risk
Rank 203 globally 20
Extradition Risk
Rank 146 globally 40

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

37
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Political Stability
Rank 207 globally 23
Economic Resilience
Rank 205 globally 38
Government Efficiency
Rank 208 globally 30
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 68 globally 65
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

39
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 212 globally 28
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 208 globally 35
Emergency Care
Rank 196 globally 35
Medicine Access
Rank 210 globally 32
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 202 globally 34
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 206 globally 35
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 186 globally 43
Doctor Density
Rank 45 globally 75
Hospital Beds
Rank 18 globally 73
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 194 globally 55
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 74 globally 67
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 189 globally 30

Environmental Health

6 indicators

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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 92 globally 78
Noise Pollution
Rank 121 globally 52
UV Radiation
Rank 16 globally 80
Tap Water Safety
Rank 99 globally 89
Sanitation
Rank 47 globally 93
Waste Management
Rank 49 globally 72
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Life Expectancy
Rank 114 globally 71
Infectious Diseases
Rank 95 globally 78
Obesity Rate
Rank 108 globally 72
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 84 globally 54
Mental Health
Rank 207 globally 46
Suicide Rate
Rank 211 globally 34
Maternal Mortality
Rank 60 globally 79
Vaccination Rate
Rank 120 globally 88
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 198 globally 45
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 215 globally 59
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 189 globally 65
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 54 globally 77
Social Security Burden
Rank 138 globally 68
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 187 globally 37
Capital Gains Tax
Rank 165 globally 62
Dividend Tax Rate
Rank 89 globally 81
Inheritance / Estate Tax
Rank 196 globally 73
Territorial Tax System
Rank 97 globally 25
Tax Filing Effort (hours/year)
Rank 202 globally 37
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 31 globally 81
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 172 globally 57
Capital Market Depth
Rank 149 globally 57
Business Credit Access
Rank 158 globally 51
Investor Protection
Rank 205 globally 26
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 143 globally 46
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 178 globally 62
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 84 globally 65
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 102 globally 58

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

59
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 100 globally 45
Banking Stability
Rank 203 globally 45
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 162 globally 75
Fintech Development
Rank 67 globally 86
ATM Availability
Rank 26 globally 92
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 137 globally 46
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 101 globally 36
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 214 globally 25

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

52
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 5 globally 86
Crypto Regulation
Rank 90 globally 47
Legal Status
Rank 93 globally 51
Bitcoin Merchant Acceptance
Rank 45 globally 30
Crypto Tax Rate
Rank 123 globally 61
Bitcoin Cash Access
Rank 69 globally 19

Real Estate & Property

4 indicators

76
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 128 globally 40
Transaction Costs
Rank 9 globally 90
Affordability
Rank 7 globally 90
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 2 globally 97
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 53 globally 55
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 33 globally 89
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 193 globally 47
Days to Register a Company
Rank 48 globally 65

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

62
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 119 globally 59
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 188 globally 61
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 179 globally 39
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 125 globally 83
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 148 globally 52
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 55 globally 96
Central Bank Independence
Rank 139 globally 62
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 87 globally 66
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 187 globally 46
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 140 globally 30
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 107 globally 38
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 174 globally 53
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 204 globally 48
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 99 globally 67
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 141 globally 29
๐Ÿ  Costs ShowHide

Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

75
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 56 globally 58
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 74 globally 67
Electricity Cost
Rank 51 globally 88
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 133 globally 95
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 75 globally 96

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

71
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 84 globally 56
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 70 globally 80
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 84 globally 68
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 84 globally 75
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 50 globally 79
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 105 globally 68
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 77 globally 76

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

94
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 53 globally 84
Burger Menu Price
Rank 56 globally 96
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 26 globally 95
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 1 globally 100
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 1 globally 100
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 11 globally 98
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 1 globally 100
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 1 globally 100
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 29 globally 97

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

81
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Transit Cost
Rank 22 globally 97
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 68 globally 70
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 6 globally 96
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 21 globally 98
Car Purchase Index
Rank 140 globally 3
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 40 globally 97
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 36 globally 96
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Internet Cost
Rank 3 globally 98
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 33 globally 89
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 40 globally 93
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 19 globally 99
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 18 globally 80

Personal Services

4 indicators

91
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Haircut Cost
Rank 71 globally 88
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 60 globally 94
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 27 globally 94
Local Services Cost
Rank 73 globally 87
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53
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Logistics Performance
Rank 76 globally 40
Rail Network Density
Rank 29 globally 74
Airport Connectivity
Rank 49 globally 66
Port Connectivity
Rank 74 globally 28
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Road Quality
Rank 203 globally 22
Traffic Congestion
Rank 123 globally 48
Road Density
Rank 123 globally 56
Traffic Deaths
Rank 134 globally 68
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 115 globally 8

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

65
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Power Outages
Rank 148 globally 72
Electrification Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 42 globally 75
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 131 globally 25
CO2 Intensity
Rank 91 globally 48
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 226 globally 38
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Broadband Speed
Rank 47 globally 76
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 93 globally 54
Mobile Speed
Rank 113 globally 53
5G Coverage
Rank 113 globally 10

Public Transport

4 indicators

61
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Transit Coverage
Rank 24 globally 78
Transit Punctuality
Rank 83 globally 60
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 43 globally 35
Walkability Score
Rank 42 globally 65
๐ŸŒฟ Lifestyle ShowHide

Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

55
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 78 globally 60
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 49 globally 80
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 168 globally 48
Burnout Risk
Rank 135 globally 45
Public Holidays
Rank 136 globally 44

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

63
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 183 globally 44
Sunshine Hours
Rank 193 globally 59
Humidity Comfort
Rank 94 globally 71
Rainy Days
Rank 91 globally 68
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 211 globally 48

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

40
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Beach Quality
Rank 182 globally 26
Mountain Access
Rank 126 globally 35
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 111 globally 57
Biodiversity Index
Rank 165 globally 52
Forest Cover
Rank 153 globally 22

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

57
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 63 globally 58
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 156 globally 49
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 60 globally 56
Recovery Time
Rank 98 globally 70

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

52
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 49 globally 57
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 40 globally 42
Music & Nightlife
Rank 53 globally 55
Cinema Density
Rank 48 globally 43
Cultural Freedom
Rank 144 globally 42
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 44 globally 76
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 80 globally 45
Restaurant Density
Rank 78 globally 53
Street Food Scene
Rank 86 globally 45
Local Market Quality
Rank 65 globally 58
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 75 globally 48
Local Freshness
Rank 58 globally 66
Local Authenticity
Rank 82 globally 43

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

48
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 57 globally 96
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 80 globally 35
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 24
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 71
Child Safety Score
Rank 114 globally 60
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 162 globally 8
Playground Density
Rank 117 globally 45

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 68 globally 60
Veterinary Quality
Rank 91 globally 60
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 70 globally 68
Pet Food Prices
Rank 63 globally 65
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 77 globally 52
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 90 globally 52
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 93 globally 58
โœˆ๏ธ Relocation & Residency ShowHide
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 105 globally 71
E-Government
Rank 69 globally 82
Visa Processing Time
Rank 57 globally 62
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 150 globally 53
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 125 globally 58
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 91 globally 51
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 106 globally 63
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 38 globally 75
Visa Application Ease
Rank 125 globally 62
Border Openness
Rank 129 globally 58
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 86 globally 65
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 20 globally 95
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 115 globally 40
Remote Work Legality
Rank 184 globally 41
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 128 globally 62
Remote Job Market
Rank 97 globally 65
Coworking Density
Rank 53 globally 62
Nomad Community
Rank 70 globally 53
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 118 globally 52
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 152 globally 52
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 146 globally 57
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 127 globally 57
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 155 globally 49
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 124 globally 56
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 127 globally 61
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 124 globally 42
Family Reunification
Rank 147 globally 53
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 140 globally 54
Residence Status Stability
Rank 174 globally 47
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 146 globally 51
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 96 globally 70
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 57 globally 90
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

49
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 128 globally 45
Local Language Barrier
Rank 132 globally 52
Integration Ease
Rank 172 globally 54
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 132 globally 57
Expat Community Size
Rank 133 globally 33
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 146 globally 56
International Schools
Rank 106 globally 45
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 138 globally 50
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 126 globally 43
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 132 globally 47
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 137 globally 43
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 153 globally 46
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 153 globally 41
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 127 globally 54
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 133 globally 52
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 120 globally 59
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Hotel Quality
Rank 73 globally 67
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 115 globally 58
Accommodation Availability
Rank 71 globally 64
Booking & Transparency
Rank 115 globally 60

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

67
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 52 globally 67
Digital Travel Services
Rank 87 globally 67
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 99 globally 72
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 119 globally 63
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 63 globally 57
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 87 globally 68
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 167 globally 52
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 75 globally 59
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 159 globally 49
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 141 globally 56
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 153 globally 53

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

84
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Hotel Cost
Rank 112 globally 80
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 105 globally 82
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 81 globally 89
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 71 globally 90
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 124 globally 76
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 54 globally 89
Off-Season Usability
Rank 76 globally 73
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 60 globally 74
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 81 globally 85
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

62
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Press Freedom
Rank 72 globally 69
Democracy Index
Rank 135 globally 54
Personal Freedom
Rank 114 globally 65
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 108 globally 64

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

83
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 4 globally 99
PISA Score
Rank 49 globally 62
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 11 globally 85
Education Expenditure
Rank 61 globally 90
School Life Expectancy
Rank 54 globally 78
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 91 globally 25
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 25 globally 50
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 77 globally 40
Gini Index
Rank 19 globally 86
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 123 globally 35
Housing Support Score
Rank 97 globally 44
Social Mobility Score
Rank 63 globally 56
Social Cohesion
Rank 198 globally 35
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Gender Equality
Rank 195 globally 38
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 191 globally 36
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 149 globally 39
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 149 globally 38
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 169 globally 33

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

42
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 89 globally 42
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 111 globally 39
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 106 globally 47
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 103 globally 43
Pride Culture
Rank 110 globally 33
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Disability Support Score
Rank 145 globally 41
Public Accessibility
Rank 145 globally 42
Digital Accessibility
Rank 122 globally 48
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 150 globally 45

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

60
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 135 globally 71
Secularization Score
Rank 65 globally 52
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 150 globally 30
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 121 globally 66

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 186 globally 33
Fertility Rate
Rank 205 globally 28
Population Growth
Rank 220 globally 0
Net Migration Rate
Rank 219 globally 23
Urbanization Rate
Rank 95 globally 65
Foreign Population Share
Rank 162 globally 30
Population Density
Rank 93 globally 61
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 1 globally 100
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 22 globally 91
Single-Person Households
Rank 24 globally 70