Burundi Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Burundi's health expenditure per capita was $29 in 2025, ranked 181st globally. This represents a 4.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Burundi's health expenditure per capita stood at $29 in 2025, a rise of +$1 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $29 by 2025. Burundi ranked 181st globally.
Burundi's health expenditure per capita has seen steady growth over the past 25 years, with a notable increase from 5.68 in 2000 to 29.49 in 2025, placing it 181st globally. This upward trend is evident in the country's ability to invest in healthcare, despite facing significant development challenges. In comparison, peer countries such as Sierra Leone have shown higher expenditure per capita, with a value of 31.07 in 2025. However, Burundi's growth has been consistent, with no significant declines in expenditure, unlike some other countries in the region. The all-time peak and trough values of 29.49 and 5.68, respectively, highlight the country's progress in allocating resources to healthcare. A continued commitment to public health initiatives and investments in healthcare infrastructure would likely sustain this trend, potentially leading to further improvements in healthcare outcomes and a higher ranking globally.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $31 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $29 | - | - |
| 2025 | $29 | +$1 | #181 |
| 2023 | $28 | +$3 | #183 |
| 2022 | $26 | +$2 | #187 |
| 2021 | $23 | −$3 | #187 |
| 2020 | $26 | +$4 | #188 |
| 2019 | $22 | +$4 | #189 |
| 2018 | $19 | −$0 | #190 |
| 2017 | $19 | +$1 | #190 |
| 2016 | $19 | +$1 | #190 |
| 2015 | $18 | −$0 | #190 |
| 2014 | $18 | −$2 | #189 |
| 2013 | $20 | +$0 | #187 |
| 2012 | $20 | −$3 | #187 |
| 2011 | $23 | −$1 | #185 |
| 2010 | $24 | +$6 | #180 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Burundi matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Burundi's health expenditure per capita was $29 in 2025. Ranked 181st globally. This represents a 4.8% increase from the previous year.
Burundi's health expenditure per capita peaked at $29 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Burundi was $6 in 2000.
Burundi ranks 181st 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.
Burundi's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $29 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Burundi in 2025 was $29. This ranks 181st in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Burundi Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/burundi/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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