Palau Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Palau's health expenditure per capita was $1,772 in 2025, ranked 48th globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Palau's health expenditure per capita stood at $1,772 in 2025, a rise of +$88 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,772 by 2025. Palau ranked 48th globally.
Palau's health expenditure per capita has exhibited a notable increase over the past quarter century, with the country's per capita expenditure reaching a peak of 2,077.73 in 2022. This is higher than several of its regional peers, such as Tuvalu, which ranked 1,865.11 in 2025. Palau's per capita expenditure has more than tripled since 2000, when it was 675.54. Conversely, the country experienced a low point in 2002, with expenditure reaching 609.03. As of 2025, Palau's health expenditure per capita stands at 1,771.73, ranking 48th globally. The recent peak in 2022 and the country's relatively high ranking compared to its peers suggest a stable and improving healthcare system in Palau. However, a significant increase in the cost of healthcare services or a major shift in government priorities could potentially alter the trajectory of Palau's health expenditure per capita, potentially leading to a decline in the country's ranking.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $1,737 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,772 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,772 | +$88 | #48 |
| 2023 | $1,684 | −$394 | #47 |
| 2022 | $2,078 | +$146 | #38 |
| 2021 | $1,931 | −$7 | #38 |
| 2020 | $1,938 | +$9 | #37 |
| 2019 | $1,929 | +$120 | #36 |
| 2018 | $1,809 | +$34 | #37 |
| 2017 | $1,775 | +$71 | #35 |
| 2016 | $1,705 | +$150 | #35 |
| 2015 | $1,555 | +$74 | #36 |
| 2014 | $1,481 | +$82 | #40 |
| 2013 | $1,399 | +$159 | #41 |
| 2012 | $1,240 | +$167 | #42 |
| 2011 | $1,073 | −$21 | #44 |
| 2010 | $1,093 | +$146 | #41 |
Analysis
Palau's health expenditure per capita was $1,772 in 2025, a rise of +$88 from 2024. Based on trends, estimated $1,772 by 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Palau's health expenditure per capita was $1,772 in 2025. Ranked 48th globally. This represents a 5.2% increase from the previous year.
Palau's health expenditure per capita peaked at $2,078 in 2022.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Palau was $609 in 2002.
Palau ranks 48th 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.
Palau's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $1,772 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Palau in 2025 was $1,772. This ranks 48th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Palau Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/palau/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}