Liberia🇱🇷

At a Glance

How Liberia compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety22Healthcare41AffordabilityClimateClean Air90

Safety Index

22/100

Healthcare

41/100

Cost of Living

How far your money goes in Liberia

Rent Index

5

100 = NYC rent

Groceries

84

100 = NYC groceries

Safety & Crime

Higher Risk

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

Safety Index

22/100

Crime Index

78/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

80/100

Crime perceived as increasing

Walking Safety

Daytime28
Nighttime19

9 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Corruption & bribery
Very High86
Drug-related crime
Very High83
Violent crimes
Very High80
Property crimes
Very High79

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being mugged or robbed
Very High80
Things stolen from car
Very High80
Home broken into
Very High76
Being physically attacked
Very High76
Car stolen
High73
Being insulted or harassed
High68
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Moderate59

Based on 42 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Liberia

Healthcare Index

41/100

Quality Breakdown

Friendliness & Courtesy50/100
Staff Skill & Competency44/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist42/100
Accuracy & Completeness33/100
Speed of Service31/100
Modern Equipment15/100
Cost Satisfaction50/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 5 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

Private
40.0%
Employer Sponsored
40.0%
None
20.0%
Healthcare41Safety22Quality of Life

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Environment

Polluted

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Liberia

Pollution Index

90/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Green Spaces & Parks39/100
Drinking Water Quality32/100
Comfortable to Spend Time25/100
Air Quality24/100
Clean & Tidy21/100
Garbage Disposal21/100

Concerns

Water Pollution94/100
Noise & Light Pollution79/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 23 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Liberia

Average One-Way Commute

30minutes

Short

Traffic Index

143

Moderate congestion

Inefficiency

169

Time wasted in traffic

CO2 Emissions

8.0kg/trip

How People Commute

Car100.0%

Based on 2 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Liberia, answered with data

Is Liberia safe for expats?

Liberia has a safety index of 22/100, making it worth researching carefully before committing for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Liberia?

Liberia scores 41/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it limited in some areas 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 Liberia?

Liberia has a pollution index of 90/100 (lower = cleaner). Pollution can be a concern in urban areas. Research specific cities before committing, as rural and coastal areas typically fare better.

Before You Go

Your pre-departure checklist for Liberia

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