Israel Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Israel's health expenditure per capita was $4,527 in 2025, ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 15.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Israel's health expenditure per capita stood at $4,527 in 2025, a rise of +$599 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $4,527 by 2025. Israel ranked 23rd globally.
Israel’s health expenditure per capita has risen sharply over the 25‑year span from 1,473.01 in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 4,526.73 in 2025, placing the country 23rd globally. The lowest point occurred in 2002 at 1,355.33, after which spending accelerated, reflecting expanding public insurance coverage and higher per‑service costs. Compared with its nearest peers, Israel’s 2025 level is slightly below Singapore’s 4,610.23 and the European Union average of 4,941.55, yet exceeds San Marino’s 4,022.69, indicating a competitive but not leading position among high‑income economies. The sustained upward trajectory is driven by demographic ageing, increased chronic disease burden, and ongoing investments in medical technology. Continued pressure from rising drug prices and potential reforms to cost‑containment could moderate growth, but without major policy shifts the per‑capita spending is likely to keep climbing in the near term.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $4,694 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $4,527 | - | - |
| 2025 | $4,527 | +$599 | #23 |
| 2023 | $3,928 | −$180 | #22 |
| 2022 | $4,108 | −$186 | #22 |
| 2021 | $4,294 | +$678 | #22 |
| 2020 | $3,617 | +$281 | #24 |
| 2019 | $3,335 | +$136 | #24 |
| 2018 | $3,199 | +$125 | #24 |
| 2017 | $3,074 | +$291 | #24 |
| 2016 | $2,784 | +$138 | #25 |
| 2015 | $2,646 | −$158 | #26 |
| 2014 | $2,804 | +$131 | #26 |
| 2013 | $2,673 | +$268 | #26 |
| 2012 | $2,405 | −$37 | #26 |
| 2011 | $2,442 | +$204 | #26 |
| 2010 | $2,238 | +$203 | #28 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Israel 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
Israel's health expenditure per capita was $4,527 in 2025. Ranked 23rd globally. This represents a 15.3% increase from the previous year.
Israel's health expenditure per capita peaked at $4,527 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Israel was $1,355 in 2002.
Israel ranks 23rd 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.
Israel's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $4,527 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Israel in 2025 was $4,527. This ranks 23rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Israel Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/israel/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}