Armenia Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Armenia's physicians was 3.72 in 2025, ranked 39th globally. This represents a 10.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Armenia's physicians stood at 3.72 in 2025, a rise of +0.36 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.72 by 2025. Armenia ranked 39th globally.
Armenia's physician-to-population ratio has exhibited a steady upward trajectory since 2003, when it hit an all-time low of 2.44. The country has since made significant strides in developing its healthcare infrastructure, with a notable increase in the number of physicians per capita. By 2025, Armenia boasts a physician-to-population ratio of 3.72, placing it 39th globally. This growth is comparable to that of peer countries such as Chile, which also has a ratio of 3.70. Notably, Armenia's physician-to-population ratio peaked in 2025, surpassing its previous highs and indicating a successful effort to increase access to healthcare services. A continued investment in healthcare education and infrastructure will be essential to sustaining this trend, as well as addressing the challenges posed by an aging population, which could potentially slow the growth in the number of physicians per capita.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 3.72 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.72 | +0.36 | #39 |
| 2022 | 3.36 | +0.11 | #44 |
| 2021 | 3.26 | +0.09 | #46 |
| 2020 | 3.16 | +0.14 | #46 |
| 2019 | 3.03 | +0.13 | #47 |
| 2018 | 2.89 | −0.01 | #49 |
| 2017 | 2.90 | +0.02 | #49 |
| 2016 | 2.89 | −0.03 | #45 |
| 2015 | 2.92 | +0.04 | #41 |
| 2014 | 2.88 | +0.00 | #45 |
| 2013 | 2.88 | +0.02 | #43 |
| 2012 | 2.86 | +0.04 | #43 |
| 2011 | 2.82 | +0.03 | #41 |
| 2010 | 2.79 | +0.08 | #39 |
| 2009 | 2.71 | +0.02 | #38 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Armenia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Armenia's physicians was 3.72 in 2025. Ranked 39th globally. This represents a 10.7% increase from the previous year.
Armenia's physicians peaked at 3.72 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Armenia was 2.44 in 2003.
Armenia ranks 39th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Armenia's physicians is projected to reach 3.72 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Armenia in 2025 was 3.72. This ranks 39th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_armenia_physicians,
title = {Armenia Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/armenia/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}