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Montenegro

631 thousand
None km2
Christianity

Montenegro is considered the youngest modern state, as it gained independence from Serbia in 2006. The locals are among the tallest in the world. The average height of people here is 183 centimeters! But this is not the only thing Montenegrins can boast about.

Montenegro has access to the sea, which makes it an attractive place for beach vacations. On the territory of the country there are unique two-altar churches preserved to this day, where both Orthodox and Catholic services can be held.

Happiness level
51
Happiness level
51

In terms of happiness, Montenegro ranks 67 out of 136 countries in the World Happiness Report 2024. The indicator takes into account GDP per capita, life expectancy, sense of security, and public opinion survey results from residents of the countries.

The cleanest air
51
The cleanest air
51

Air cleanliness reflects the environmental situation in the region. This factor is crucial. Montenegro is ranked 62 among 125 countries based on the results of 2024.

Security of countries
68
Security of countries
68

The indicator is calculated based on the country safety rating from the Numbeo service. Montenegro ranks 48 out of 146 in terms of safety according to a survey of real travelers who visited the country in 2024.

Life expectancy 76.3 years
76
Life expectancy
76

Montenegro ranks 78 out of 235 countries in the world for life expectancy. This is a crucial indicator that has been evaluated by the United Nations since 1980.

Level of human freedom
64
Level of human freedom
64

Montenegro ranks 60 out of 164 countries in the Human Freedom Index 2024 by the American Cato Institute and the Canadian Fraser Institute. The ranking evaluates personal, civil, and economic freedom in different countries based on 86 indicators.

The cost of living 41.4 USD
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The cost of living
52

The cost of living assessment in Montenegro, according to the Numbeo Index 2024, includes not only the cost of groceries, restaurants, and housing rent but also the purchasing power index. The indicator is conditional, as it is most often directly related to the income level of the population.

Unemployment rate 15.4 percent
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Unemployment rate
9

The unemployment rate and the assessment of Montenegro according to this indicator are based on data from the International Labour Organization from 2024. According to this indicator, the country ranks 170 out of 186 countries in the world.

Level of social progress
71
Level of social progress
71

The Social Progress Index assesses countries' achievements across 50 different indicators, and Montenegro ranks 49 out of 168 countries in this rating for the year 2024.

Quality of citizenship
41
Quality of citizenship
41

The Citizenship Quality Ranking considers freedom of movement, human development index, GDP indicators, and openness to residency. Montenegro ranks 79 out of 201 countries based on these criteria as of 2024.

Literacy rate
99
Literacy rate
99

Literacy rate directly influences the development of any country. Therefore, this indicator provides an understanding of the average level of education among citizens. Montenegro ranks 22 out of 178 in terms of literacy rate.

Internet speed 59.09 Mbps
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Internet speed
71

Internet speed indicates the level of technological development in the country, accessibility of information, and service quality. Montenegro ranks 46 in the list of countries based on this indicator.

Mobile data price 0.32 USD
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Mobile data price
91

The cost of mobile internet reflects its accessibility. When considering this indicator alongside internet speed, we can judge the quality of access to information. In 2024, Montenegro ranks 23 out of 236 in this regard.

Montenegro is a republic in Southeastern Europe on the Adriatic Sea coast. Its neighbors are Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Kosovo, and Albania. On June 3, 2006, the Republic became independent. Previously, since 1920, it was part of the Federal Yugoslavia.

Montenegro is one of the smallest countries in Europe. The population is 616,000, and the area is 13,812 km². The capital and most populous city is Podgorica, while Nikšić is the second-largest city. The country is divided into 21 municipalities, grouped into five regions.

The Republic is a member of the United Nations, WTO, OSCE, Council of Europe, and NATO. It is also a candidate for EU membership and uses the euro as its currency. The political system is a parliamentary democratic republic.

Climate Conditions

Montenegro’s climate directly depends on the geographical location of the area. The coastal zone has a Mediterranean climate, while the rest of the territory has a continental climate due to the Dinaric Alps, which block maritime influence inland. Summers are long and dry, whereas winters are usually wet and short. The mountainous areas have an alpine climate, allowing for heavy snowfall, covering the main peaks with snow for most of the year.

Despite the dry and hot summer, the temperature is comfortable – generally not exceeding +29°C (June-July period). The average minimum temperature in summer is +19°C. The absolute maximum can sometimes reach 40°C.

The average winter temperature on the coast is +11°C. In the mountainous areas, the temperature can drop to -9°C. Snow in the highlands lasts from November to March. January’s average temperatures are around 5°C, with an absolute minimum of -10°C.

In the high mountainous areas, the climate is subalpine. Here, winters are cold with heavy precipitation and moderately warm summers. In January, the mountains' average temperature is -3°C. The Montenegrin mountains receive the highest precipitation in Europe, up to 4928 mm annually. In the northern regions and especially in the highlands, due to low evaporation, snow lasts several months or even the whole year.

Demographics

According to the 2011 census, the population of the Republic is 620,029, corresponding to a population density of 44.7 people per km². On average, the population decreases by 0.1% per year due to rising mortality rates. The birth rate is 11.4 per 1,000 residents, and the death rate is 11.7 per 1,000 residents. The number of births per woman in 2023 is 1.8.

The life expectancy of Montenegrin residents is 75.9 years (women 78.8 years, men 73.2 years). The average age of the population is 38.8 years. 18.2% of the population is younger than 15 years old, and 16% are over 64 years old.

The population of Montenegro, like many Southeastern European countries, is multiethnic. According to the census, 278,865 people, or 44.98% of the population, identified as Montenegrins, 178,110 or 28.73% as Serbs, 53,605 or 8.65% as Bosniaks, 30,439 or 4.91% as Albanians, 20,537 or 3.31% as Slavic Muslims (ethnically), 6251 or 1.01% as Roma, 6021 or 0.97% as Croats, and 47,513 or 7.68% indicated other nationalities or did not provide data.

According to the constitution, the official languages of Montenegro are Montenegrin, Serbian, Bosnian, Albanian, and Croatian. 72% of Montenegro’s residents belong to the Serbian Orthodox Church. Besides Orthodox Christians, there is a Sunni Muslim minority, accounting for about 16% of the population, and several thousand Catholics, predominantly Croats and Albanians.

Economy

Montenegro has a transitional economic system. Its current state is a direct result of the wars, the industrial decline following the collapse of Federal Yugoslavia, and UN sanctions programs. Tourism is the main sector of the economy. The euro is used as the currency.

The service sector produces the largest share of GDP - 88% (or 73% of employed), followed by industry - 11% (or 23%) and agriculture - 1% (or 6% of employed).

The country's GDP in 2023 was 1.6 billion USD. GDP per capita is 7879 USD. The average economic growth rate over the past few years is 3.2%. The unemployment rate is 16.2%. The average inflation rate in 2022-2023 is 13%. In 2023, the national debt was 4.2 billion USD.

The most important mineral resources are bauxite (which is a major export), iron ore, and brown coal. Important industrial sectors are tobacco processing, aluminum production, and salt production. Agriculture specializes in vegetables, cereals, potatoes, tobacco, wine, citrus fruits, olives, and figs.

In the Global Competitiveness Index, measuring the country's competitiveness, Montenegro ranks 73rd out of 137 countries (as of 2023). In the Index of Economic Freedom, the country ranks 77th out of 180 countries.

Freedom of Travel (Visa-Free Countries)

In the global passport strength ranking, Montenegro ranks 36th, alongside Turkey and Russia. Citizens of the country have the right to visit 76 countries without obtaining visas (with a free stay period of 30 to 180 days). 46 countries require Montenegrins to obtain a visa on arrival, allowing a stay of up to 90 days. In 5 countries, it is sufficient to obtain an electronic entry permit and stay for 30 to 90 days.

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