Algeria
Sahara's Gateway, Mediterranean Touch
Overview
Africa's largest country, spanning from Mediterranean coastline to vast Saharan dunes, rich in Roman ruins, French colonial architecture, and enormous oil and gas reserves.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Northern Africa
Land Area
2,381,741 km²
Capital
Algiers
Languages
Arabic
Currencies
Algerian dinar (د.ج)
At a Glance
41
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
54
Freedom
32
Security
38
Life Expectancy
76 yrs
Median Age
28.2 yrs
Urbanization
76%
Cost Index
32
Housing Index
12
Healthcare Access
24/100
Climate
Average Temperature
17.3°C
Average AQI
25
Most Temperate Cities
1 I-n-Salah 25.9°C
2 Metlili Chaamba 20.6°C
3 Bejaïa 19.3°C
4 El Tarf 19.1°C
5 ’Aïn Benian 19°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Sidi ech Chahmi 7 AQI
2 Bir el Ater 15 AQI
3 L’Arbaa Naït Irathen 18 AQI
4 Arhribs 18 AQI
5 ’Aïn el Hammam 18 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 32
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 12
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 26.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 6/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 2/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 54 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 104
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 8.17% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 30 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 36/100
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Tips & Cultural Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025