Country profile

Wallis and Futuna: Costs, Safety, Relocation and Quality of Life

Wallis and Futuna is best read in the Nomadino comparison through the lens of safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection. The current data points to a mixed overall picture; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health, while Conflicts & Political Security, Taxes & Finance and Safety & Crime stand out at topic level. Before making a decision, check infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses more closely, because the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Culinary Culture and Food & Basic Goods.

Overall rating 57.95 points
Global rank Rank 137 globally
Continental rank Rank 9 in Oceania

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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 Wallis and Futuna

Why is Wallis and Futuna especially relevant in this comparison?

The profile is shaped mainly by safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection; its strongest main categories are Safety & Risk and Health.

Which topics stand out positively for Wallis and Futuna?

Conflicts & Political Security, Taxes & Finance and Safety & Crime show the strongest topic-level results.

What should be checked before making a decision?

infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses deserve closer attention; the largest deductions come from Basic Infrastructure & Logistics, Food & Culinary Culture and Food & Basic Goods.

How important is safety-focused decisions and risk checks for Wallis and Futuna?

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 Wallis and Futuna 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

Wallis and Futuna 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 safety, stability and risk exposure as well as healthcare and medical protection need to be weighed against different priorities; infrastructure, mobility and digital usability as well as everyday costs, housing and recurring expenses still deserve closer attention.

Static comparisons

All ratings and indicators for Wallis and Futuna

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

82
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Homicide Rate
Rank 31 globally 95
Petty Crime Index
Rank 17 globally 83
Women's Safety
Rank 29 globally 77
Organized Crime
Rank 7 globally 76
Kidnapping Risk
Rank 17 globally 92
BAC Limit (โ€ฐ)
Rank 123 globally 38
94
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Active Conflicts & War Risk
Rank 7 globally 96
Political Violence
Rank 17 globally 90
Geopolitical Risk
Rank 16 globally 94
Terrorism Risk
Rank 1 globally 100

Natural Hazards

8 indicators

51
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Flood Risk
Rank 60 globally 58
Storm Risk
Rank 204 globally 23
Earthquake Risk
Rank 178 globally 40
Drought Risk
Rank 100 globally 66
Wildfire Risk
Rank 12 globally 91
Landslide Risk
Rank 112 globally 53
Tsunami Risk
Rank 214 globally 19
Volcano Risk
Rank 173 globally 68

Privacy & Surveillance

6 indicators

79
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State Surveillance
Rank 52 globally 78
Internet Censorship
Rank 51 globally 83
Internet Freedom
Rank 59 globally 76
Data Protection Laws
Rank 60 globally 76
VPN Access
Rank 55 globally 85
Cybercrime Risk
Rank 20 globally 76
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Rule of Law
Rank 56 globally 71
Property Rights Security
Rank 74 globally 66
Corruption Perception
Rank 51 globally 66
Police Effectiveness
Rank 31 globally 76
Expropriation Risk
Rank 78 globally 67
Extradition Risk
Rank 34 globally 52

Long-Term Stability

4 indicators

69
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Political Stability
Rank 23 globally 81
Economic Resilience
Rank 142 globally 57
Government Efficiency
Rank 63 globally 72
Climate Vulnerability
Rank 68 globally 65
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Healthcare & Access

12 indicators

67
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Healthcare Quality
Rank 108 globally 62
Universal Healthcare Coverage
Rank 63 globally 77
Emergency Care
Rank 87 globally 65
Medicine Access
Rank 62 globally 73
Hospital Infections & Patient Safety
Rank 73 globally 69
Health Insurance for Foreigners
Rank 157 globally 55
Out-of-Pocket Health Expenditure
Rank 21 globally 88
Doctor Density
Rank 124 globally 45
Hospital Beds
Rank 93 globally 44
Healthcare Coverage (%)
Rank 32 globally 98
Specialist Visit Cost
Rank 145 globally 46
English-Speaking Doctors
Rank 162 globally 41

Environmental Health

6 indicators

69
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Fine Particulate Matter Exposure (PM2.5)
Rank 16 globally 96
Noise Pollution
Rank 7 globally 80
UV Radiation
Rank 169 globally 14
Tap Water Safety
Rank 124 globally 78
Sanitation
Rank 142 globally 55
Waste Management
Rank 82 globally 52
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Life Expectancy
Rank 114 globally 71
Infectious Diseases
Rank 82 globally 81
Obesity Rate
Rank 221 globally 39
Infant Mortality (per 1,000)
Rank 61 globally 64
Mental Health
Rank 56 globally 70
Suicide Rate
Rank 143 globally 52
Maternal Mortality
Rank 105 globally 66
Vaccination Rate
Rank 128 globally 88
Alcohol & Tobacco Consumption
Rank 201 globally 43
Drug and Substance-Use Burden
Rank 190 globally 66
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Taxes & Finance

10 indicators

91
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Effective Income Tax Rate (%)
Rank 1 globally 100
Top Income Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Security Burden
Rank 1 globally 100
VAT / GST Rate
Rank 32 globally 84
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 31 globally 84
Double Taxation Agreements
Rank 189 globally 1
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Capital Flow Freedom
Rank 132 globally 62
Capital Market Depth
Rank 109 globally 63
Business Credit Access
Rank 103 globally 62
Investor Protection
Rank 86 globally 62
Foreign Investment Openness
Rank 157 globally 43
Currency Convertibility & Transferability
Rank 67 globally 75
Venture Capital & Startup Financing
Rank 77 globally 66
Alternative Financing Access
Rank 86 globally 65

Banking & Fintech

8 indicators

54
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Expat Banking Ease
Rank 203 globally 20
Banking Stability
Rank 27 globally 83
SWIFT / Wire Access
Rank 149 globally 76
Fintech Development
Rank 3 globally 97
ATM Availability
Rank 185 globally 40
Banking Secrecy Index
Rank 181 globally 35
Automatic Tax Information Exchange
Rank 176 globally 5
Cash Transaction Limit
Rank 216 globally 22

Bitcoin & Crypto

6 indicators

24
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Crypto Adoption
Rank 214 globally 10
Crypto Regulation
Rank 212 globally 20
Legal Status
Rank 202 globally 22
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

53
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Foreigner Ownership Rights
Rank 172 globally 20
Transaction Costs
Rank 118 globally 65
Affordability
Rank 34 globally 80
Gross Rental Yield
Rank 168 globally 48
74
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Corporate Tax Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Cost to Start a Business
Rank 57 globally 84
Labor Market Flexibility
Rank 199 globally 45
Days to Register a Company
Rank 76 globally 60

Macroeconomics

9 indicators

69
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GDP per Capita (PPP, USD)
Rank 149 globally 50
Inflation Rate (CPI, %)
Rank 72 globally 92
Public Debt (% of GDP)
Rank 21 globally 86
GDP Growth Rate (%)
Rank 186 globally 65
Economic Freedom Index
Rank 178 globally 48
Tax Burden (% of GDP)
Rank 122 globally 82
Central Bank Independence
Rank 39 globally 80
Foreign Exchange Reserves (months of imports)
Rank 70 globally 69
Current Account Balance (% of GDP)
Rank 197 globally 39
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Avg. Monthly Net Salary ($/month)
Rank 81 globally 55
Purchasing Power Index
Rank 92 globally 42
Unemployment Rate (%)
Rank 191 globally 44
Wage Growth Rate (%)
Rank 117 globally 72
Salary-to-Rent Ratio
Rank 134 globally 58
Minimum Wage (USD/month)
Rank 48 globally 73
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Housing & Utilities

5 indicators

47
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City Rent per Square Meter
Rank 179 globally 28
Rural Rent per Square Meter
Rank 166 globally 45
Electricity Cost
Rank 220 globally 21
Heating & Gas Cost
Rank 101 globally 97
Water & Sewage Cost
Rank 137 globally 90

Food & Basic Goods

7 indicators

22
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Milk Price per Liter
Rank 221 globally 8
Bread Price per 500 Grams
Rank 196 globally 17
Egg Price for 12 Eggs
Rank 208 globally 16
Chicken Fillet Price per Kilogram
Rank 206 globally 26
Beef Round Price per Kilogram
Rank 201 globally 28
Vegetable Basket Price per Kilogram
Rank 186 globally 28
Water Price per Liter in Supermarket
Rank 178 globally 37

Dining & Going Out

9 indicators

51
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Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Rank 151 globally 49
Burger Menu Price
Rank 167 globally 58
Cappuccino (Cafรฉ)
Rank 170 globally 48
Local Beer (Restaurant)
Rank 163 globally 55
Local Beer Price in a Market
Rank 172 globally 62
Imported Beer Price in a Market
Rank 185 globally 55
Cocktail (Bar)
Rank 165 globally 49
Mid-Range Wine Bottle Price
Rank 184 globally 35
Soft Drink Price in a Market
Rank 179 globally 42

Mobility Costs

7 indicators

52
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Transit Cost
Rank 210 globally 42
Fuel Price ($/L)
Rank 210 globally 30
Car Rental ($/day)
Rank 182 globally 70
Car Insurance ($/yr)
Rank 150 globally 84
Car Purchase Index
Rank 83 globally 21
Driving License Cost ($)
Rank 192 globally 64
City Parking ($/hr)
Rank 159 globally 83
38
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Internet Cost
Rank 200 globally 32
Mobile Plan Cost
Rank 194 globally 38
Prepaid SIM & Data Package Cost
Rank 202 globally 45
eSIM & Travel Data Cost
Rank 206 globally 54
Coworking Day Pass Cost
Rank 212 globally 34

Personal Services

4 indicators

56
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Haircut Cost
Rank 169 globally 55
Fitness Club Monthly Fee
Rank 172 globally 59
Laundry & Dry Cleaning Cost
Rank 171 globally 58
Local Services Cost
Rank 169 globally 51
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3
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Logistics Performance
Rank 210 globally 5
Rail Network Density
Rank 134 globally 1
Airport Connectivity
Rank 227 globally 5
Port Connectivity
Rank 182 globally 1
51
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Road Quality
Rank 194 globally 26
Traffic Congestion
Rank 19 globally 79
Road Density
Rank 114 globally 57
Traffic Deaths
Rank 71 globally 83
EV Charging Infrastructure
Rank 141 globally 5

Electricity & Energy

6 indicators

51
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Power Outages
Rank 140 globally 79
Electrification Rate
Rank 166 globally 84
Energy Self-Sufficiency
Rank 221 globally 6
Renewable Energy Share
Rank 189 globally 11
CO2 Intensity
Rank 202 globally 17
Nuclear Exposure
Rank 1 globally 100
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Broadband Speed
Rank 168 globally 31
Fixed Broadband Subscriptions
Rank 136 globally 25
Mobile Speed
Rank 208 globally 29
5G Coverage
Rank 210 globally 0

Public Transport

4 indicators

23
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Transit Coverage
Rank 227 globally 8
Transit Punctuality
Rank 172 globally 45
Cycling Infrastructure
Rank 196 globally 5
Walkability Score
Rank 205 globally 35
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Work-Life Balance

5 indicators

65
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Annual Working Hours
Rank 36 globally 72
Paid Vacation Days
Rank 32 globally 83
Happiness Index (UN)
Rank 118 globally 58
Burnout Risk
Rank 50 globally 65
Public Holidays
Rank 92 globally 48

Climate & Weather

6 indicators

68
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Temperature Comfort
Rank 113 globally 61
Sunshine Hours
Rank 113 globally 81
Humidity Comfort
Rank 213 globally 41
Rainy Days
Rank 218 globally 44
Extreme Heat Days
Rank 53 globally 94
Seasonal Variation
Rank 16 globally 96

Outdoor & Lifestyle

5 indicators

39
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Beach Quality
Rank 64 globally 73
Mountain Access
Rank 163 globally 22
Protected Land Area (%)
Rank 193 globally 17
Biodiversity Index
Rank 177 globally 47
Forest Cover
Rank 127 globally 33

Leisure & Recreation

4 indicators

40
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Sports & Fitness Facilities
Rank 187 globally 17
Urban Green Space Access
Rank 164 globally 47
Leisure Infrastructure
Rank 192 globally 20
Recovery Time
Rank 36 globally 83

Arts & Entertainment

6 indicators

23
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Museums per 100,000 People
Rank 158 globally 20
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Rank 191 globally 0
Music & Nightlife
Rank 208 globally 20
Cinema Density
Rank 180 globally 6
Cultural Freedom
Rank 94 globally 60
Football and Stadium Culture
Rank 220 globally 39
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Cuisine Diversity
Rank 207 globally 18
Restaurant Density
Rank 214 globally 15
Street Food Scene
Rank 211 globally 17
Local Market Quality
Rank 215 globally 20
Cafรฉ Culture
Rank 208 globally 14
Local Freshness
Rank 220 globally 18
Local Authenticity
Rank 179 globally 24

Family-Friendly

7 indicators

60
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Childcare Cost ($/month)
Rank 154 globally 81
Paid Parental Leave (weeks)
Rank 42 globally 54
Child Benefit ($/month)
Rank 49 globally 38
Child Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 49 globally 86
Child Safety Score
Rank 55 globally 72
Childcare Coverage (%)
Rank 64 globally 30
Playground Density
Rank 73 globally 58

Pet-Friendly

7 indicators

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Pet Entry Rules
Rank 89 globally 55
Veterinary Quality
Rank 145 globally 40
Vet Cost Affordability
Rank 153 globally 45
Pet Food Prices
Rank 167 globally 42
Animal Welfare Laws
Rank 47 globally 65
Pet-Friendly Housing
Rank 61 globally 55
Outdoor Pet Access
Rank 93 globally 58
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61
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Residence Permit Ease
Rank 116 globally 69
E-Government
Rank 128 globally 65
Visa Processing Time
Rank 139 globally 48
Local Registration Requirements
Rank 81 globally 69
Foreign Document & Qualification Recognition
Rank 94 globally 66
Household Goods & Customs
Rank 150 globally 35
International Licence Compatibility
Rank 99 globally 65
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Visa-Free Tourist Stay Days
Rank 2 globally 95
Visa Application Ease
Rank 76 globally 73
Border Openness
Rank 58 globally 85
Travel & Entry Comfort
Rank 128 globally 53
Visa Income & Asset Requirements
Rank 82 globally 92
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Digital Nomad Visa
Rank 75 globally 46
Remote Work Legality
Rank 109 globally 56
Freelance Legal Framework
Rank 69 globally 77
Remote Job Market
Rank 139 globally 53
Coworking Density
Rank 211 globally 15
Nomad Community
Rank 191 globally 18
Avg. Remote Salary (USD)
Rank 103 globally 57
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Work Rights for Foreigners
Rank 88 globally 69
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
Rank 96 globally 68
Local Self-Employment and Freelancing Rights
Rank 84 globally 67
Employment Restrictions for Foreigners
Rank 92 globally 64
Professional Qualification Recognition
Rank 97 globally 63
Business Ownership by Foreigners
Rank 127 globally 61
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Time to Permanent Residency or Citizenship
Rank 78 globally 64
Family Reunification
Rank 80 globally 74
Naturalization Requirements
Rank 110 globally 66
Residence Status Stability
Rank 73 globally 74
Residence Status for Spouses and Children
Rank 82 globally 69
Passport Power (Henley Index)
Rank 5 globally 96
Dual Citizenship Allowed
Rank 131 globally 85
Citizenship by Investment
Rank 13 globally 0

Language & Integration

7 indicators

42
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English Proficiency (EF EPI)
Rank 200 globally 23
Local Language Barrier
Rank 184 globally 36
Integration Ease
Rank 138 globally 59
Cultural Etiquette Gap
Rank 85 globally 67
Expat Community Size
Rank 178 globally 26
Cultural Distance to West
Rank 105 globally 64
International Schools
Rank 204 globally 27
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Expat Welcome Culture
Rank 100 globally 62
Foreigner Discrimination
Rank 57 globally 71
Xenophobia Levels
Rank 68 globally 69
Racial Safety for Foreigners
Rank 65 globally 67
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Rental Access for Foreigners
Rank 117 globally 56
Tax Residency Clarity for Expats
Rank 153 globally 41
Local Contracts and Utilities Access
Rank 145 globally 50
Local Identity and Address Proof
Rank 116 globally 55
Everyday Accounts and Payments for Foreigners
Rank 148 globally 53
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Hotel Quality
Rank 172 globally 39
Vacation Rental Quality
Rank 140 globally 51
Accommodation Availability
Rank 191 globally 30
Booking & Transparency
Rank 124 globally 58

Tourism Infrastructure

4 indicators

50
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Airport-to-Destination Transfer
Rank 186 globally 30
Digital Travel Services
Rank 156 globally 47
Traveler Payment Infrastructure
Rank 117 globally 67
Tourist Information Quality
Rank 145 globally 57
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Major Attractions Density
Rank 190 globally 29
Guided Tours & Bookable Experiences
Rank 158 globally 49
Tourist Outdoor Activities
Rank 190 globally 47
Nightlife & Entertainment for Visitors
Rank 185 globally 35
56
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Tourist Beach Quality
Rank 85 globally 72
Swimming & Water Sports
Rank 141 globally 56
National Parks & Nature Access
Rank 196 globally 40

Vacation Costs

5 indicators

77
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Hotel Cost
Rank 143 globally 74
Vacation Rental Cost
Rank 144 globally 74
Attraction Entry Cost
Rank 143 globally 78
Tour & Activity Cost
Rank 135 globally 80
Tourist Taxes & Fees
Rank 106 globally 78
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High-Season Overcrowding
Rank 174 globally 80
Off-Season Usability
Rank 182 globally 58
Seasonal Capacity Shortage
Rank 169 globally 55
Seasonal Price Surcharges
Rank 175 globally 77
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Society & Freedom

4 indicators

78
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Press Freedom
Rank 27 globally 77
Democracy Index
Rank 38 globally 80
Personal Freedom
Rank 45 globally 80
Freedom of Political Expression
Rank 80 globally 74

Education & Knowledge

5 indicators

48
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Adult Literacy Rate
Rank 171 globally 84
PISA Score
Rank 164 globally 20
Tertiary Enrollment Rate
Rank 168 globally 20
Education Expenditure
Rank 153 globally 58
School Life Expectancy
Rank 167 globally 60
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Pension Replacement Rate (%)
Rank 41 globally 67
Unemployment Benefit Duration (months)
Rank 1 globally 100
Social Spending (% of GDP)
Rank 34 globally 60
Gini Index
Rank 8 globally 91
Poverty Rate (%)
Rank 99 globally 45
Housing Support Score
Rank 46 globally 59
Social Mobility Score
Rank 69 globally 55
Social Cohesion
Rank 37 globally 75
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Gender Equality
Rank 37 globally 76
Womenโ€™s Rights & Equality
Rank 35 globally 76
Anti-Discrimination Protection
Rank 56 globally 74
Minority Rights Protection
Rank 56 globally 74
Everyday Discrimination Risk
Rank 55 globally 74

LGBTQ+ Friendliness

5 indicators

77
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Same-Sex Legal Status
Rank 56 globally 84
LGBTQ+ Anti-Discrimination
Rank 52 globally 74
LGBTQ+ Social Acceptance
Rank 54 globally 74
LGBTQ+ Rights
Rank 42 globally 80
Pride Culture
Rank 58 globally 68
63
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Disability Support Score
Rank 48 globally 69
Public Accessibility
Rank 82 globally 56
Digital Accessibility
Rank 85 globally 60
Inclusion in Education and Work
Rank 85 globally 62

Religion & Worldviews

4 indicators

61
/ 100
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Religious Freedom Index
Rank 77 globally 82
Secularization Score
Rank 124 globally 42
Religious Diversity Index
Rank 192 globally 20
Religious Influence in Public Life
Rank 107 globally 68

Demography

10 indicators

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Median Age
Rank 138 globally 53
Fertility Rate
Rank 1 globally 100
Population Growth
Rank 173 globally 26
Net Migration Rate
Rank 194 globally 33
Urbanization Rate
Rank 225 globally 0
Foreign Population Share
Rank 128 globally 35
Population Density
Rank 84 globally 63
Gender Ratio (F/100 M)
Rank 182 globally 43
Youth Gender Ratio (15-29)
Rank 173 globally 86
Single-Person Households
Rank 156 globally 14