India Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
India's health expenditure per capita was $100 in 2025, ranked 146th globally. This represents a 17.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
India's health expenditure per capita stood at $100 in 2025, a rise of +$15 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $100 by 2025. India ranked 146th globally.
India's health expenditure per capita has shown a significant increase over the past 25 years, rising from a low of 18.48 in 2000 to a peak of 99.52 in 2025. This growth trend is reflective of the country's expanding healthcare infrastructure and increasing government spending on public health. In comparison, peer countries such as Côte d'Ivoire have a similar health expenditure per capita, standing at 100.32 in 2025. However, India's rate of growth has been relatively steady, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) that has allowed the country to close the gap with higher-income nations. The steady increase in health expenditure per capita is a positive trend for India, which should lead to improved healthcare outcomes and a reduction in mortality rates. A sustained increase in government spending on healthcare and a focus on preventive care could further accelerate this trend, potentially leading to a more equitable distribution of healthcare resources and a healthier population.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $106 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $100 | - | - |
| 2025 | $100 | +$15 | #146 |
| 2023 | $85 | +$3 | #149 |
| 2022 | $82 | +$6 | #151 |
| 2021 | $76 | +$12 | #152 |
| 2020 | $64 | +$3 | #158 |
| 2019 | $61 | +$3 | #156 |
| 2018 | $57 | +$1 | #162 |
| 2017 | $57 | −$3 | #160 |
| 2016 | $60 | +$2 | #158 |
| 2015 | $58 | +$2 | #161 |
| 2014 | $56 | +$1 | #165 |
| 2013 | $55 | +$7 | #164 |
| 2012 | $48 | +$0 | #166 |
| 2011 | $48 | +$3 | #165 |
| 2010 | $45 | +$7 | #161 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
India matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2010. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
India's health expenditure per capita was $100 in 2025. Ranked 146th globally. This represents a 17.5% increase from the previous year.
India's health expenditure per capita peaked at $100 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in India was $18 in 2000.
India ranks 146th 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.
India's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $100 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of India in 2025 was $100. This ranks 146th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {India Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/india/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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