Nicaragua Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Nicaragua's health expenditure per capita was $249 in 2025, ranked 122nd globally. This represents a 15.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Nicaragua's health expenditure per capita stood at $249 in 2025, a rise of +$33 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $249 by 2025. Nicaragua ranked 122nd globally.
Nicaragua’s health expenditure per capita rose from US$53.30 in 2000 to US$249.47 in 2025, marking a nearly five‑fold increase over a 25‑year span and placing the country at 122nd globally. The 2025 figure represents both the latest observation and the all‑time peak, surpassing the comparable level of Morocco (US$249.60) and approaching Uzbekistan’s US$242.56. This sustained upward trajectory reflects expanded public financing and broader coverage of primary care services, although the per‑capita amount remains modest relative to regional averages in Latin America. The early‑2000s trough coincided with limited fiscal capacity and low health infrastructure, while the post‑2010 period saw gradual reforms and external assistance that accelerated spending growth. If fiscal pressures ease and efficiency gains are realized, Nicaragua could maintain its current expansion rate, potentially narrowing the gap with higher‑spending peers; however, any reversal in economic stability could stall or reverse the upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $264 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $249 | - | - |
| 2025 | $249 | +$33 | #122 |
| 2023 | $217 | +$8 | #126 |
| 2022 | $209 | +$4 | #125 |
| 2021 | $204 | +$38 | #127 |
| 2020 | $166 | −$1 | #130 |
| 2019 | $166 | −$6 | #131 |
| 2018 | $173 | −$9 | #129 |
| 2017 | $182 | +$10 | #123 |
| 2016 | $172 | +$6 | #122 |
| 2015 | $165 | +$9 | #125 |
| 2014 | $156 | +$16 | #128 |
| 2013 | $140 | +$7 | #131 |
| 2012 | $134 | +$9 | #129 |
| 2011 | $125 | +$7 | #127 |
| 2010 | $118 | +$5 | #125 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Nicaragua 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
Nicaragua's health expenditure per capita was $249 in 2025. Ranked 122nd globally. This represents a 15.2% increase from the previous year.
Nicaragua's health expenditure per capita peaked at $249 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Nicaragua was $53 in 2000.
Nicaragua ranks 122nd 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.
Nicaragua's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $249 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Nicaragua in 2025 was $249. This ranks 122nd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Nicaragua Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/nicaragua/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}