Eritrea🇪🇷

At a Glance

How Eritrea compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety73Healthcare56AffordabilityClimateClean Air16

Safety Index

73/100

Healthcare

56/100

Safety & Crime

Low Risk

How safe residents feel in Eritrea — based on surveys of people living there

Safety Index

73/100

Crime Index

27/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

43/100

Mixed perception

Walking Safety

Daytime80
Nighttime73

7 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Corruption & bribery
Moderate48
Property crimes
Low31
Violent crimes
Very Low22
Drug-related crime
Very Low22

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Home broken into
Low28
Being mugged or robbed
Low28
Being insulted or harassed
Low27
Things stolen from car
Very Low25
Car stolen
Very Low23
Being physically attacked
Very Low21
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Very Low21

Based on 31 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Eritrea

Healthcare Index

56/100

Quality Breakdown

Staff Skill & Competency100/100
Speed of Service50/100
Modern Equipment50/100
Accuracy & Completeness50/100
Friendliness & Courtesy50/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist50/100
Cost Satisfaction50/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 1 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

None
100.0%
Healthcare56Safety73Quality of Life

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Eritrea

Pollution Index

16/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality100/100
Garbage Disposal100/100
Drinking Water Quality75/100
Clean & Tidy75/100
Comfortable to Spend Time75/100
Green Spaces & Parks50/100

Concerns

Water Pollution25/100
Noise & Light Pollution0/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 1 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Eritrea

Based on 0 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Eritrea, answered with data

Is Eritrea safe for expats?

Eritrea has a safety index of 73/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Eritrea?

Eritrea scores 56/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it adequate by global standards. This index reflects the overall quality of the healthcare system, medical staff, and facilities.

What is the air quality and pollution like in Eritrea?

Eritrea has a pollution index of 16/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

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