European Union Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
European Union's health expenditure per capita was $4,942 in 2025, ranked 21st globally. This represents a 1.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
European Union's health expenditure per capita stood at $4,942 in 2025, a decline of +$64 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $4,942 by 2025. European Union ranked 21st globally.
The European Union’s health expenditure per capita rose from a trough of 1,431.55 in 2000 to a peak of 5,005.50 in 2024, reflecting a 250 percent increase over 26 years and placing the bloc at 21st globally with a 2025 level of 4,941.55. This upward trajectory mirrors broader fiscal commitments to health systems across advanced economies, yet the EU remains modestly below its closest peers such as France, which records 5,367.50, and New Zealand at 5,513.93. The post‑2008 financial crisis period saw a gradual acceleration of spending, while the COVID‑19 pandemic further amplified budgetary allocations, culminating in the 2024 peak. Despite the recent slight dip from the 2024 high, the long‑term trend suggests continued growth, contingent on demographic ageing, policy reforms, and the capacity of member states to sustain higher per‑capita investments in health care.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $5,426 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $5,184 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $4,942 | - | - |
| 2025 | $4,942 | −$64 | #21 |
| 2024 | $5,005 | +$852 | #13 |
| 2023 | $4,154 | +$231 | #21 |
| 2022 | $3,923 | −$323 | #23 |
| 2021 | $4,245 | +$496 | #23 |
| 2020 | $3,749 | +$250 | #23 |
| 2019 | $3,499 | −$54 | #23 |
| 2018 | $3,553 | +$258 | #23 |
| 2017 | $3,295 | +$178 | #23 |
| 2016 | $3,117 | +$61 | #23 |
| 2015 | $3,056 | −$494 | #23 |
| 2014 | $3,550 | +$87 | #23 |
| 2013 | $3,464 | +$162 | #23 |
| 2012 | $3,302 | −$221 | #22 |
| 2011 | $3,523 | +$255 | #22 |
Analysis
European Union's health expenditure per capita was $4,942 in 2025, a decline of −$64 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated $4,942 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
European Union's health expenditure per capita was $4,942 in 2025. Ranked 21st globally. This represents a 1.3% decrease from the previous year.
European Union's health expenditure per capita peaked at $5,005 in 2024.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in European Union was $1,432 in 2000.
European Union ranks 21st 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.
European Union's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $4,942 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of European Union in 2025 was $4,942. This ranks 21st in the world.
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