Malaysia Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Malaysia's health expenditure per capita was $488 in 2025, ranked 101st globally. This represents a 8.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Malaysia's health expenditure per capita stood at $488 in 2025, a rise of +$37 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $488 by 2025. Malaysia ranked 101st globally.
Malaysia’s health expenditure per capita has risen sharply over the 25‑year series, climbing from a trough of 111.84 in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 487.76 in 2025, placing the nation at rank 101 globally. This four‑fold increase reflects sustained public and private spending growth, outpacing many regional peers and aligning closely with the levels of Peru (503.04) and Guatemala (469.76). The upward trajectory mirrors broader fiscal capacity expansion and demographic ageing, which have heightened demand for hospital services, preventive programmes and long‑term care. While the absolute figure remains modest compared with high‑income economies, the steady rise suggests an improving capacity to fund health infrastructure and expand coverage. Continued economic growth, coupled with policy reforms that prioritize primary care and cost‑effectiveness, will be pivotal in maintaining this positive momentum and narrowing the gap with more advanced health‑spending systems.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $499 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $488 | - | - |
| 2025 | $488 | +$37 | #101 |
| 2023 | $450 | −$8 | #100 |
| 2022 | $458 | −$19 | #94 |
| 2021 | $477 | +$70 | #88 |
| 2020 | $407 | −$13 | #90 |
| 2019 | $419 | +$9 | #91 |
| 2018 | $410 | +$43 | #93 |
| 2017 | $366 | +$16 | #96 |
| 2016 | $351 | −$18 | #94 |
| 2015 | $369 | −$46 | #91 |
| 2014 | $414 | +$33 | #88 |
| 2013 | $382 | +$10 | #92 |
| 2012 | $372 | +$28 | #89 |
| 2011 | $343 | +$58 | #88 |
| 2010 | $286 | +$40 | #95 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Malaysia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. 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
Malaysia's health expenditure per capita was $488 in 2025. Ranked 101st globally. This represents a 8.3% increase from the previous year.
Malaysia's health expenditure per capita peaked at $488 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Malaysia was $112 in 2000.
Malaysia ranks 101st 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.
Malaysia's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $488 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Malaysia in 2025 was $488. This ranks 101st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_malaysia_health-expenditure-per-capita,
title = {Malaysia Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/malaysia/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}