Brunei Darussalam Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Brunei Darussalam's health expenditure per capita was $716 in 2025, ranked 77th globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Brunei Darussalam's health expenditure per capita stood at $716 in 2025, a decline of +$17 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $716 by 2025. Brunei Darussalam ranked 77th globally.
Brunei Darussalam’s health expenditure per capita rose from a low of 474.12 in 2001 to an all‑time peak of 869.37 in 2012, reflecting a sustained increase in public and private spending on health services over the 25‑year series. By 2025 the figure stood at 716.34, placing the nation 77th globally and marginally below its closest peer Oman, which records 717.98, while remaining above Georgia’s 705.12 and Albania’s 688.82. The upward trajectory since the early 2000s coincides with broader fiscal capacity growth derived from hydrocarbon revenues, enabling expanded coverage of hospital infrastructure, preventive programmes and specialist care. Although the 2025 level remains below the 2012 peak, the modest decline suggests a stabilization rather than a reversal, as the government balances health investment with diversification efforts. Continued diversification of the economy and targeted health reforms are likely to shape whether per‑capita spending resumes its earlier growth path.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $726 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $716 | - | - |
| 2025 | $716 | −$17 | #77 |
| 2023 | $733 | +$84 | #74 |
| 2022 | $649 | −$17 | #75 |
| 2021 | $666 | +$7 | #72 |
| 2020 | $658 | −$20 | #72 |
| 2019 | $679 | −$70 | #70 |
| 2018 | $749 | +$112 | #64 |
| 2017 | $636 | −$43 | #68 |
| 2016 | $679 | −$52 | #65 |
| 2015 | $731 | −$54 | #64 |
| 2014 | $785 | −$50 | #61 |
| 2013 | $835 | −$34 | #56 |
| 2012 | $869 | +$5 | #55 |
| 2011 | $865 | +$69 | #55 |
| 2010 | $796 | +$57 | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Brunei Darussalam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. 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
Brunei Darussalam's health expenditure per capita was $716 in 2025. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from the previous year.
Brunei Darussalam's health expenditure per capita peaked at $869 in 2012.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Brunei Darussalam was $474 in 2001.
Brunei Darussalam ranks 77th 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.
Brunei Darussalam's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $716 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Brunei Darussalam in 2025 was $716. This ranks 77th in the world.
Cite this page
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