Guinea🇬🇳

At a Glance

How Guinea compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety40Healthcare100AffordabilityClimateClean Air107

Safety Index

40/100

Healthcare

100/100

Cost of Living

How far your money goes in Guinea

Rent Index

18

100 = NYC rent

Groceries

47

100 = NYC groceries

Restaurant Prices

36

100 = NYC dining

Safety & Crime

Higher Risk

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

Safety Index

40/100

Crime Index

60/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

56/100

Mixed perception

Walking Safety

Daytime42
Nighttime19

23 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Corruption & bribery
Very High83
Violent crimes
Very High78
Drug-related crime
Moderate58
Property crimes
Moderate53

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Being mugged or robbed
High63
Home broken into
Moderate58
Things stolen from car
Moderate56
Car stolen
Moderate47
Being physically attacked
Low39
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Low31
Being insulted or harassed
Very Low25

Based on 9 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Guinea

Healthcare Index

100/100

Quality Breakdown

Staff Skill & Competency100/100
Speed of Service100/100
Modern Equipment100/100
Accuracy & Completeness100/100
Friendliness & Courtesy100/100
Responsiveness & Waitlist100/100
Cost Satisfaction100/100

How satisfied residents are with healthcare costs relative to quality

Based on 1 survey responses

Insurance Coverage

Public
100.0%
Healthcare100Safety40Quality of Life

Limited data — some indices are not yet available.

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Environment

Polluted

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Guinea

Pollution Index

107/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Drinking Water Quality21/100
Comfortable to Spend Time13/100
Green Spaces & Parks10/100
Air Quality4/100
Clean & Tidy4/100
Garbage Disposal0/100

Concerns

Water Pollution95/100
Noise & Light Pollution67/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 6 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Guinea

Based on 0 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Guinea, answered with data

Is Guinea safe for expats?

Guinea has a safety index of 40/100, making it worth researching carefully before committing for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Guinea?

Guinea scores 100/100 on Numbeo's healthcare index, making it excellent 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 Guinea?

Guinea has a pollution index of 107/100 (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

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