Bahrain Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita was $1,280 in 2025, ranked 59th globally. This represents a 8.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita stood at $1,280 in 2025, a rise of +$104 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,280 by 2025. Bahrain ranked 59th globally.
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita has experienced significant growth over the past 25 years, rising from 451.50 in 2000 to 1,280.10 in 2025. This represents a substantial increase of approximately 185%. In the context of global rankings, Bahrain's health expenditure per capita has improved its position, now standing at 59th globally. A comparison with peer countries reveals that Bahrain's spending is lower than that of Barbados, which boasts the highest expenditure per capita among the listed countries at 1,398.28. Notably, Bahrain's health expenditure per capita has surpassed that of Russia, ranking close to its 2025 peak of 1,276.10. This growth in health expenditure suggests that the government is prioritizing the healthcare sector, potentially leading to improved health outcomes for Bahrain's population. However, a decline in oil revenues, which account for a significant portion of Bahrain's budget, could impact the government's ability to sustain this trend, potentially altering the trajectory of health expenditure per capita in the future.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $1,317 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,280 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,280 | +$104 | #59 |
| 2023 | $1,176 | −$3 | #59 |
| 2022 | $1,179 | +$2 | #57 |
| 2021 | $1,177 | +$76 | #55 |
| 2020 | $1,101 | +$71 | #54 |
| 2019 | $1,030 | −$12 | #56 |
| 2018 | $1,042 | −$38 | #56 |
| 2017 | $1,080 | −$16 | #52 |
| 2016 | $1,096 | −$32 | #49 |
| 2015 | $1,128 | +$6 | #46 |
| 2014 | $1,122 | +$7 | #48 |
| 2013 | $1,115 | +$77 | #48 |
| 2012 | $1,038 | +$116 | #47 |
| 2011 | $922 | +$55 | #52 |
| 2010 | $867 | +$28 | #49 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bahrain matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita was $1,280 in 2025. Ranked 59th globally. This represents a 8.9% increase from the previous year.
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita peaked at $1,280 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Bahrain was $452 in 2000.
Bahrain ranks 59th globally in health expenditure per capita as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bahrain's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $1,280 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Bahrain in 2025 was $1,280. This ranks 59th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Bahrain Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bahrain/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}