Congo, Republic of Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Congo, Republic of's health expenditure per capita was $72 in 2025, ranked 159th globally. This represents a 4.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Congo, Republic of's health expenditure per capita stood at $72 in 2025, a decline of +$3 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $72 by 2025. Congo, Republic of ranked 159th globally.
Congo, Republic of’s health expenditure per capita has risen steadily over the 25‑year series, climbing from 17.35 in 2000 to 72.07 in 2025, which places the country 159th in the global ranking. The upward trajectory peaked in 2020 at 80.10 before a modest post‑pandemic decline, reflecting both fiscal constraints and shifting health priorities. The all‑time trough of 16.99 in 2002 underscores the depth of early‑2000s under‑investment, after which incremental budgetary allocations and donor support propelled spending upward. Compared with regional peers, Congo’s 2025 level is slightly below Zimbabwe’s 73.16 and Senegal’s 71.89, yet remains lower than Ghana’s 76.37, indicating a middle‑of‑the‑road performance within West‑Central Africa. Continued economic growth, coupled with reforms to improve fiscal efficiency in the health sector, could sustain the recent gains and potentially restore spending to pre‑2020 levels, provided external shocks are limited.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $73 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $72 | - | - |
| 2025 | $72 | −$3 | #159 |
| 2023 | $76 | +$22 | #156 |
| 2022 | $53 | −$25 | #169 |
| 2021 | $79 | −$1 | #151 |
| 2020 | $80 | +$22 | #146 |
| 2019 | $58 | +$11 | #159 |
| 2018 | $47 | −$5 | #169 |
| 2017 | $52 | −$2 | #167 |
| 2016 | $54 | −$3 | #165 |
| 2015 | $57 | −$14 | #163 |
| 2014 | $71 | −$1 | #156 |
| 2013 | $72 | +$1 | #152 |
| 2012 | $71 | +$12 | #149 |
| 2011 | $60 | +$5 | #154 |
| 2010 | $55 | +$6 | #153 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Congo, Republic of matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. 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
Congo, Republic of's health expenditure per capita was $72 in 2025. Ranked 159th globally. This represents a 4.6% decrease from the previous year.
Congo, Republic of's health expenditure per capita peaked at $80 in 2020.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Congo, Republic of was $17 in 2002.
Congo, Republic of ranks 159th 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.
Congo, Republic of's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $72 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Congo, Republic of in 2025 was $72. This ranks 159th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Congo, Republic of Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/congo-republic-of/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
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year = {2026}
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