Belgium Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Belgium's health expenditure per capita was $6,287 in 2025, ranked 16th globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Belgium's health expenditure per capita stood at $6,287 in 2025, a rise of +$356 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $6,287 by 2025. Belgium ranked 16th globally.
Belgium’s health expenditure per capita has risen sharply over the 25‑year series, climbing from a trough of 1,849.92 in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 6,286.65 in 2025, placing the country 16th globally. This increase represents more than a three‑fold rise and mirrors the broader European trend of expanding public and private spending on health services. Compared with nearby peers, Belgium’s 2025 level is slightly below Sweden’s 6,393.77 and Canada’s 6,536.54, yet exceeds the United Kingdom’s 5,903.21 and Finland’s 5,885.81, indicating a competitive but not leading position among high‑income economies. The sustained upward trajectory reflects demographic ageing, higher demand for advanced treatments, and policy choices that prioritize universal coverage. If demographic pressures intensify and technological costs continue to rise, Belgium’s per‑capita health outlays are likely to keep climbing, although efficiency reforms could moderate the pace of growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $6,477 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $6,287 | - | - |
| 2025 | $6,287 | +$356 | #16 |
| 2023 | $5,931 | +$443 | #16 |
| 2022 | $5,488 | −$360 | #16 |
| 2021 | $5,847 | +$578 | #16 |
| 2020 | $5,269 | +$182 | #16 |
| 2019 | $5,087 | −$146 | #16 |
| 2018 | $5,234 | +$406 | #15 |
| 2017 | $4,828 | +$258 | #16 |
| 2016 | $4,570 | +$104 | #16 |
| 2015 | $4,465 | −$645 | #16 |
| 2014 | $5,110 | +$105 | #15 |
| 2013 | $5,006 | +$242 | #15 |
| 2012 | $4,764 | −$226 | #14 |
| 2011 | $4,990 | +$364 | #15 |
| 2010 | $4,626 | −$130 | #12 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Belgium 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
Belgium's health expenditure per capita was $6,287 in 2025. Ranked 16th globally. This represents a 6.0% increase from the previous year.
Belgium's health expenditure per capita peaked at $6,287 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Belgium was $1,850 in 2000.
Belgium ranks 16th 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.
Belgium's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $6,287 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Belgium in 2025 was $6,287. This ranks 16th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Belgium Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/belgium/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
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year = {2026}
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