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Maldives
Coral Atolls, Ocean Bungalows
Overview
A tropical paradise of 1,190 coral islands in the Indian Ocean, famous for luxury overwater villas, extraordinary marine life, and an uncertain future from rising seas.
Geographic Context
Region
Asia
Subregion
Southern Asia
Land Area
300 km²
Capital
Malé
Languages
Maldivian
Currencies
Maldivian rufiyaa (.ރ)
At a Glance
52
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
57
Freedom
54
Security
44
Life Expectancy
75.4 yrs
Median Age
31.1 yrs
Urbanization
42%
Cost Index
50
Housing Index
49
Healthcare Access
64/100
Climate
Average Temperature
27.9°C
Average AQI
92
Most Temperate Cities
1 Viligili 27.9°C
2 Felidhoo 27.9°C
3 Fonadhoo 27.9°C
4 Funadhoo 27.9°C
5 Fuvahmulah 27.9°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Viligili 73 AQI
2 Felidhoo 73 AQI
3 Fonadhoo 73 AQI
4 Fuvahmulah 73 AQI
5 Guraidhoo 73 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 50
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 49
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 15.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 42/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 58/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 85 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 8
Defence
Military & Security
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 65 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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