Malta Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Malta's health expenditure per capita was $3,973 in 2025, ranked 25th globally. This represents a 9.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Malta's health expenditure per capita stood at $3,973 in 2025, a rise of +$349 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $3,973 by 2025. Malta ranked 25th globally.
Malta’s health expenditure per capita has risen dramatically over the 25‑year series, climbing from a trough of 647.10 in 2000 to an all‑time peak of 3,972.62 in 2025, placing the nation at rank 25 globally. This increase represents more than a six‑fold rise and reflects sustained investment in medical infrastructure, pharmaceuticals and preventive services. Compared with its closest peers, Malta’s 2025 level is slightly below San Marino’s 4,022.69 and Andorra’s 3,783.90, yet it exceeds the average of many larger economies, such as Japan’s 3,552.96. The upward trajectory aligns with broader European trends of expanding public health budgets, while the early‑2000s low point coincided with limited fiscal capacity and lower disease burden. If demographic ageing accelerates and the government maintains current financing policies, per‑capita health spending is likely to continue its gradual ascent, though any fiscal tightening or major health system reforms could alter the path.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $4,130 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $3,973 | - | - |
| 2025 | $3,973 | +$349 | #25 |
| 2023 | $3,623 | +$261 | #26 |
| 2022 | $3,362 | −$279 | #26 |
| 2021 | $3,641 | +$500 | #27 |
| 2020 | $3,141 | +$194 | #27 |
| 2019 | $2,947 | +$187 | #26 |
| 2018 | $2,760 | +$197 | #28 |
| 2017 | $2,563 | +$236 | #29 |
| 2016 | $2,327 | +$78 | #29 |
| 2015 | $2,249 | −$218 | #30 |
| 2014 | $2,467 | +$340 | #28 |
| 2013 | $2,127 | +$229 | #28 |
| 2012 | $1,899 | −$64 | #31 |
| 2011 | $1,962 | +$227 | #31 |
| 2010 | $1,735 | +$52 | #31 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Malta matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. 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
Malta's health expenditure per capita was $3,973 in 2025. Ranked 25th globally. This represents a 9.6% increase from the previous year.
Malta's health expenditure per capita peaked at $3,973 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Malta was $647 in 2000.
Malta ranks 25th 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.
Malta's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $3,973 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Malta in 2025 was $3,973. This ranks 25th in the world.
Cite this page
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