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Israeli Scorecard

Country profile

Israel is located in the Middle East along the eastern Mediterranean, with a landscape that ranges from coastal plains to desert regions, steeped in religious and historical significance. It has a population of 9.8 million, a population growth rate of 2.06%, and a median age of 29.15 years.

Its history includes ancient biblical narratives, diverse cultural influences over millennia, and the establishment of a modern state in the mid-20th century.

Today, Israel is a dynamic society known for its technological innovation, rich cultural mosaic, and a deep connection to its historical and religious heritage.

Its capital city is Jerusalem.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Israel improved by 1.0% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Israel improved by 12.4% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Israel improved by 27.4% from 2023 to 2024

General Government Debt in Israel worsened by 2.4% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Israel worsened by 0.3% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Israel improved by 0.6% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate showed no change from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Israel improved by 1.1% from 2021 to 2022

World Happiness Report in Israel worsened by 1.5% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Israel worsened by 1.4% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Israel improved by 0.2% from 2021 to 2022

PISA Scores (Reading) in Israel improved by 0.9% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Israel worsened by 1.1% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Israel improved by 0.6% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Israel worsened by 1.6% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Israel improved by 6.4% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Israel worsened by 35.7% from 2020 to 2021

Government Effectiveness in Israel worsened by 7.3% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Israel worsened by 18.7% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Israel worsened by 17.0% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Israel worsened by 5.0% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Israel improved by 4.0% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Israel improved by 4.9% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Israel improved by 10.7% from 2020 to 2021