The World’s Biggest Governments, Mapped
Kiribati’s government spends 98% of the country’s GDP, the highest share on earth. A cluster of wealthy European countries very nearly match that number, for an entirely unrelated reason.
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Economic maps
Maps to explain economic geography.
The Price of Happiness by Country
Researchers at Purdue University found there’s a specific income level where more money stops improving how you feel about your life. That threshold is very different depending on where you live: $163,579 in Iceland, $134,827 across the U.S., and just $10,176 in Ethiopia. Only one country’s average wages actually cover the cost.
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Which Countries Were Poorer Than India in 1980 vs 2026?
In 1980, India had a per capita income of $533. China was even lower at $275. Both sat near the very bottom of global income rankings. By 2026, India has climbed to $12,964, passing roughly 60 countries on that measure. China, however, has reached $31,023 — more than double India’s figure.
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Which Currencies Did European Countries Use Before the Euro?
Germany used marks, France used francs, Italy used lira, Spain used pesetas. This map shows the currency each European country used before the euro.
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The Ocean Nations of Oceania
A political map of Oceania shows the region’s vast Exclusive Economic Zones, where small island states like French Polynesia, Micronesia, and the Marshall Islands control huge ocean territories.
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How Mississippi Compares to Countries Around the World
How does the poorest U.S. state look next to nations around the world? Life expectancy, HDI, and GDP per person show some unexpected contrasts.
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How Paid Vacation Varies Around the World
How much paid leave do workers get around the world? This maps reveal major global differences – from generous European policies to countries where paid vacation is rare.
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China, the U.S., or the EU: Who Dominates World Trade in 2024?
A side-by-side world maps show how global trade has changed since 2000. China has rapidly expanded its influence, becoming the top trading partner for much of the world – overtaking both the U.S. and the EU in many regions.
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Which Countries Are Wealthier Than the Global Average?
This map shows which countries have a GDP per capita (PPP) above the global average. It offers a clear visual of the world’s economic divide – where wealth is concentrated, and where it’s not.
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Where in Europe Do People Want to Tax the Rich More?
A new map shows how many people in each European country support higher taxes on the wealthy. The differences may surprise you—see where your country stands.
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