Tuvalu🇹🇻

At a Glance

How Tuvalu compares across key indices

Quality of LifeSafety82Healthcare100AffordabilityClimateClean Air6

Safety Index

82/100

Healthcare

100/100

Safety & Crime

Low Risk

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

Safety Index

82/100

Crime Index

18/100

Lower is better

Crime Trend

33/100

Crime perceived as stable or declining

Walking Safety

Daytime83
Nighttime75

8 point drop from day to night

Problem Severity

Violent crimes
Very Low17
Property crimes
Very Low17
Drug-related crime
Very Low17
Corruption & bribery
Very Low13

0 = no problem, 100 = severe problem

What Residents Worry About

Home broken into
Very Low17
Being mugged or robbed
Very Low17
Being physically attacked
Very Low17
Being insulted or harassed
Very Low17
Car stolen
Very Low17
Things stolen from car
Very Low17
Targeted for skin/ethnicity/religion
Very Low17

Based on 6 survey responses. 0 = not worried, 100 = very worried.

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Healthcare

Healthcare system overview for Tuvalu

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

Private
100.0%
Healthcare100Safety82Quality of Life

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Environment

Clean

Air quality, water, and environmental conditions in Tuvalu

Pollution Index

6/100

Lower is better

Environmental Quality

Air Quality100/100
Comfortable to Spend Time100/100
Drinking Water Quality88/100
Green Spaces & Parks88/100
Clean & Tidy88/100
Garbage Disposal88/100

Concerns

Water Pollution13/100
Noise & Light Pollution0/100

0 = no concern, 100 = severe concern

Based on 2 survey responses. Perception scores are 0–100 where higher is better unless noted.

Transport & Commute

How people get around in Tuvalu

Average One-Way Commute

0minutes

Very Short

Traffic Index

0

Below average congestion

Inefficiency

0

Time wasted in traffic

How People Commute

Working from Home100.0%

Based on 2 survey responses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living in Tuvalu, answered with data

Is Tuvalu safe for expats?

Tuvalu has a safety index of 82/100, making it very safe for expats and travellers.

How good is healthcare in Tuvalu?

Tuvalu 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 Tuvalu?

Tuvalu has a pollution index of 6/100 (lower = cleaner). This is relatively clean by global standards, making it appealing for those prioritising air quality and outdoor lifestyle.

Before You Go

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