Niger is a large, arid, landlocked country situated in the Sahel. Formerly a French colony, Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world and is largely agrarian. Negative things aside, Nigeriens in general are quite friendly and down-to earth, and you can expect to come across numerous curious faces during your stay. Chances are, you may be the first person from your country they have ever met.
Global Score: 3.3
Expenses Score: 7.2
Safety Score: 4.3
Corruption:
3.1HDI:
4.19Democracy:
Democracy:
2.26Expression:
7.56Freedom:
2.7Censorship:
5Happiness:
4.94Income:
$56.67Renting (Center):
$974.20Renting (Suburb):
$531.38Meal:
$159.30Market (Western):
Market (Asian):
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Broadband:
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XOF
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Electricity
230 V
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