Poland Hospital Beds
Hospital beds per 1,000 people SH.MED.BEDS.ZS
Poland's hospital beds was 5.80 in 2025, ranked 15th globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Poland's hospital beds stood at 5.80 in 2025, a decline of +0.24 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 5.80 by 2025. Poland ranked 15th globally.
Poland's hospital bed supply has demonstrated a notable improvement over the past five decades, with a peak of 6.68 per 1,000 people in 2009. However, this progress has been somewhat offset by a decline in recent years, with the current supply of 5.80 hospital beds per 1,000 people ranking 15th globally. In comparison, Serbia boasts a slightly higher supply of 5.92 hospital beds per 1,000 people. Poland's hospital bed supply has historically been lower than that of its Central European peers, such as Croatia, which has a supply of 5.57 hospital beds per 1,000 people. The all-time low of 4.60 hospital beds per 1,000 people in 1960 serves as a stark reminder of the significant advancements made in the healthcare infrastructure. As Poland continues to develop and its population ages, the demand for hospital services is likely to increase, potentially leading to further investment in the healthcare sector and a subsequent rise in hospital bed supply.
Data & projection
| Year | Hospital Beds | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 5.80 | - | - |
| 2025 | 5.80 | −0.24 | #15 |
| 2022 | 6.04 | −0.18 | #14 |
| 2021 | 6.22 | +0.07 | #13 |
| 2020 | 6.15 | +0.02 | #13 |
| 2019 | 6.13 | −0.36 | #15 |
| 2018 | 6.49 | −0.09 | #14 |
| 2017 | 6.58 | −0.01 | #13 |
| 2016 | 6.59 | +0.00 | #14 |
| 2015 | 6.59 | +0.01 | #14 |
| 2014 | 6.58 | +0.01 | #15 |
| 2013 | 6.57 | −0.03 | #15 |
| 2012 | 6.60 | +0.00 | #15 |
| 2011 | 6.60 | +0.00 | #14 |
| 2010 | 6.60 | −0.08 | #16 |
| 2009 | 6.68 | +0.04 | #17 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Poland matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw hospital beds improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Poland's hospital beds was 5.80 in 2025. Ranked 15th globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous year.
Poland's hospital beds peaked at 6.68 in 2003.
The lowest hospital beds in Poland was 4.60 in 1960.
Poland ranks 15th globally in hospital beds as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.BEDS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Poland's hospital beds is projected to reach 5.80 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The hospital beds of Poland in 2025 was 5.80. This ranks 15th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_poland_hospital-beds,
title = {Poland Hospital Beds},
url = {https://historysaid.com/poland/hospital-beds/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}