Finland Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Finland's health expenditure per capita was $5,886 in 2025, ranked 18th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Finland's health expenditure per capita stood at $5,886 in 2025, a rise of +$370 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $5,886 by 2025. Finland ranked 18th globally.
Finland’s health expenditure per capita has risen sharply over the past 25 years, climbing from a trough of 1,726.74 in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 5,885.81 in 2025, placing the country 18th globally. This more than three‑fold increase reflects sustained public investment in universal coverage, an ageing population and the adoption of advanced medical technologies. Compared with close peers, Finland’s 2025 level is slightly below the United Kingdom’s 5,903.21 and New Zealand’s 5,513.93, yet remains lower than Belgium’s 6,286.65, indicating that while Finnish spending is competitive within the European context, there is still room for growth relative to the higher‑spending nations. The upward trajectory has been driven by reforms that expanded preventive care and digital health services, which have become increasingly cost‑intensive. Continued demographic pressure and potential policy shifts toward greater cost‑effectiveness will determine whether Finland can maintain this rise or experience a plateau in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $6,113 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $5,886 | - | - |
| 2025 | $5,886 | +$370 | #18 |
| 2023 | $5,515 | +$613 | #17 |
| 2022 | $4,902 | −$360 | #19 |
| 2021 | $5,262 | +$526 | #19 |
| 2020 | $4,736 | +$276 | #19 |
| 2019 | $4,460 | −$61 | #18 |
| 2018 | $4,521 | +$286 | #18 |
| 2017 | $4,236 | +$127 | #18 |
| 2016 | $4,109 | −$19 | #19 |
| 2015 | $4,128 | −$794 | #19 |
| 2014 | $4,922 | +$30 | #17 |
| 2013 | $4,892 | +$319 | #16 |
| 2012 | $4,573 | −$144 | #17 |
| 2011 | $4,718 | +$466 | #17 |
| 2010 | $4,252 | −$98 | #16 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Finland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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
Finland's health expenditure per capita was $5,886 in 2025. Ranked 18th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from the previous year.
Finland's health expenditure per capita peaked at $5,886 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Finland was $1,727 in 2000.
Finland ranks 18th 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.
Finland's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $5,886 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Finland in 2025 was $5,886. This ranks 18th in the world.
Cite this page
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