France Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
France's health expenditure per capita was $5,367 in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
France's health expenditure per capita stood at $5,367 in 2025, a rise of +$40 from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $5,367 by 2025. France ranked 20th globally.
France’s health expenditure per capita has risen sharply over the 26‑year span from 2,161.85 in 2000 to a 2025 level of 5,367.50, placing the country twentieth in the world and matching its all‑time peak. This more than doubling reflects sustained public and private spending growth, outpacing many peers; for example, New Zealand recorded 5,513.93 in the same year, while the European Union averaged 4,941.55. The upward trajectory mirrors broader European trends toward higher per‑capita health investment, yet France remains below the highest‑spending nation, Finland, at 5,885.81. The long‑term increase suggests a deepening health system capacity, though future shifts could be influenced by demographic aging, fiscal constraints, or policy reforms aimed at cost containment. Continued monitoring will reveal whether the current expansion persists or moderates as budgetary pressures intensify.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $5,551 | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $5,459 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $5,367 | - | - |
| 2025 | $5,367 | +$40 | #20 |
| 2024 | $5,327 | +$178 | #11 |
| 2023 | $5,149 | +$291 | #19 |
| 2022 | $4,858 | −$507 | #20 |
| 2021 | $5,365 | +$605 | #18 |
| 2020 | $4,760 | +$240 | #18 |
| 2019 | $4,520 | −$173 | #17 |
| 2018 | $4,693 | +$256 | #17 |
| 2017 | $4,437 | +$147 | #17 |
| 2016 | $4,289 | +$63 | #17 |
| 2015 | $4,227 | −$781 | #18 |
| 2014 | $5,007 | +$123 | #16 |
| 2013 | $4,885 | +$225 | #17 |
| 2012 | $4,660 | −$277 | #16 |
| 2011 | $4,937 | +$343 | #16 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
France matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2019. 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
France's health expenditure per capita was $5,367 in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from the previous year.
France's health expenditure per capita peaked at $5,367 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in France was $2,162 in 2000.
France ranks 20th 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.
France's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $5,367 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of France in 2025 was $5,367. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_france_health-expenditure-per-capita,
title = {France Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/france/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}