Hungary Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Hungary's health expenditure per capita was $1,561 in 2025, ranked 54th globally. This represents a 10.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Hungary's health expenditure per capita stood at $1,561 in 2025, a rise of +$142 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,561 by 2025. Hungary ranked 54th globally.
Hungary's health expenditure per capita has shown a steady increase over the past quarter century, rising from 313.11 USD in 2000 to 1,561.47 USD in 2025, representing a 400% growth. This growth places Hungary at the 54th position globally in terms of health expenditure per capita. In comparison, peer countries such as Qatar, with a health expenditure per capita of 1,644.72 USD, and Bulgaria, with 1,498.56 USD, have relatively higher spending. Notably, Hungary's health expenditure per capita has reached an all-time high in 2025. This upward trend suggests that the Hungarian healthcare system is becoming increasingly sophisticated, reflecting investments in both infrastructure and personnel. However, a rising burden of chronic diseases and an aging population may lead to increased healthcare costs in the coming years, potentially shifting Hungary's health expenditure trajectory upwards further.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $1,638 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,561 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,561 | +$142 | #54 |
| 2023 | $1,420 | +$192 | #54 |
| 2022 | $1,228 | −$165 | #55 |
| 2021 | $1,393 | +$210 | #51 |
| 2020 | $1,183 | +$120 | #52 |
| 2019 | $1,062 | −$25 | #55 |
| 2018 | $1,088 | +$97 | #53 |
| 2017 | $991 | +$72 | #55 |
| 2016 | $919 | +$45 | #56 |
| 2015 | $874 | −$135 | #56 |
| 2014 | $1,009 | +$17 | #52 |
| 2013 | $992 | +$31 | #50 |
| 2012 | $961 | −$102 | #50 |
| 2011 | $1,063 | +$80 | #45 |
| 2010 | $983 | +$39 | #44 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Hungary matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Hungary's health expenditure per capita was $1,561 in 2025. Ranked 54th globally. This represents a 10.0% increase from the previous year.
Hungary's health expenditure per capita peaked at $1,561 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Hungary was $313 in 2000.
Hungary ranks 54th 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.
Hungary's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $1,561 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Hungary in 2025 was $1,561. This ranks 54th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Hungary Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/hungary/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}