Cyprus Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Cyprus's physicians was 4.15 in 2025, ranked 26th globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Cyprus's physicians stood at 4.15 in 2025, a rise of +0.59 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.15 by 2025. Cyprus ranked 26th globally.
Cyprus's physician density has seen a notable improvement since 1990, when it stood at 1.52 physicians per 1,000 people, a figure that would remain the country's all-time trough until 2025. The latest data available indicates a significant increase to 4.15 physicians per 1,000 people, a figure that is on par with that of Croatia and slightly below the European Union average of 4.13. This substantial growth over the past three decades suggests a strengthening of Cyprus's healthcare infrastructure, which is likely a result of increased government investment and a growing economy. Compared to other European countries, Cyprus's physician density has made significant strides, with a 169.8% increase from 1990 to 2025, surpassing the growth rates of peer countries such as Poland. However, sustaining this growth trajectory will require continued investment in healthcare infrastructure and human resources, particularly in rural areas.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 4.15 | - | - |
| 2025 | 4.15 | +0.59 | #26 |
| 2022 | 3.56 | +0.20 | #36 |
| 2021 | 3.36 | +0.16 | #42 |
| 2020 | 3.20 | +0.27 | #45 |
| 2019 | 2.93 | +0.14 | #49 |
| 2018 | 2.79 | +0.14 | #52 |
| 2017 | 2.65 | +0.06 | #53 |
| 2016 | 2.59 | +0.10 | #50 |
| 2015 | 2.50 | +0.10 | #51 |
| 2014 | 2.40 | +0.07 | #53 |
| 2013 | 2.33 | +0.09 | #56 |
| 2012 | 2.24 | +0.03 | #56 |
| 2011 | 2.21 | +0.08 | #54 |
| 2010 | 2.13 | +0.08 | #56 |
| 2009 | 2.05 | +0.04 | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cyprus matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cyprus's physicians was 4.15 in 2025. Ranked 26th globally. This represents a 16.6% increase from the previous year.
Cyprus's physicians peaked at 4.15 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Cyprus was 1.52 in 1990.
Cyprus ranks 26th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cyprus's physicians is projected to reach 4.15 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Cyprus in 2025 was 4.15. This ranks 26th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cyprus_physicians,
title = {Cyprus Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cyprus/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}