Bhutan Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita was $181 in 2025, ranked 131st globally. This represents a 11.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita stood at $181 in 2025, a rise of +$19 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $181 by 2025. Bhutan ranked 131st globally.
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita has shown a steady increase over the past 25 years, with the latest figure standing at 181.04 USD, ranking 131 globally. The country's health spending has grown from a mere 30.59 USD per capita in 2000 to reach its all-time peak in 2025. Despite the progress, Bhutan's health expenditure per capita still lags behind that of its peer countries, such as São Tomé and Principe, where the figure stands at 195.79 USD. The growth in health expenditure is a positive indicator, suggesting that the government is prioritizing healthcare in the country. However, the country's high population growth rate and the need to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals may put pressure on the healthcare system, necessitating further investment in healthcare infrastructure and services. A decline in government revenue or a significant increase in healthcare demand could potentially alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $191 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $181 | - | - |
| 2025 | $181 | +$19 | #131 |
| 2023 | $162 | +$24 | #132 |
| 2022 | $138 | −$23 | #134 |
| 2021 | $161 | +$27 | #134 |
| 2020 | $134 | +$18 | #135 |
| 2019 | $116 | +$14 | #136 |
| 2018 | $102 | −$2 | #140 |
| 2017 | $104 | +$6 | #138 |
| 2016 | $97 | +$1 | #138 |
| 2015 | $97 | +$10 | #141 |
| 2014 | $87 | +$1 | #148 |
| 2013 | $86 | +$2 | #147 |
| 2012 | $84 | +$6 | #143 |
| 2011 | $78 | +$5 | #146 |
| 2010 | $72 | +$13 | #143 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bhutan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2007. 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
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita was $181 in 2025. Ranked 131st globally. This represents a 11.6% increase from the previous year.
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita peaked at $181 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Bhutan was $31 in 2000.
Bhutan ranks 131st 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.
Bhutan's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $181 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Bhutan in 2025 was $181. This ranks 131st in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Bhutan Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bhutan/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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