Romania Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Romania's health expenditure per capita was $1,180 in 2025, ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 12.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Romania's health expenditure per capita stood at $1,180 in 2025, a rise of +$129 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $1,180 by 2025. Romania ranked 63rd globally.
Romania's health expenditure per capita has seen a significant increase over the past 25 years, from 69.89 USD in 2000 to 1,179.91 USD in 2025, with the latter representing the country's all-time peak. This growth has propelled Romania to the 63rd position globally, narrowing the gap with peer countries such as Costa Rica, which boasts a health expenditure per capita of 1,193.80 USD. The steady rise in health expenditure per capita in Romania is likely a result of government efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure and services. The country's progress in this area is particularly notable when compared to its 2000 trough, underscoring the effectiveness of policy changes. However, the rising healthcare costs may pose a challenge to Romania's economic sustainability in the long term. As the country continues to invest in its healthcare system, it will be essential to strike a balance between improving healthcare outcomes and managing costs, lest it compromise its economic growth trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $1,252 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $1,180 | - | - |
| 2025 | $1,180 | +$129 | #63 |
| 2023 | $1,051 | +$149 | #63 |
| 2022 | $902 | −$61 | #63 |
| 2021 | $963 | +$153 | #62 |
| 2020 | $810 | +$71 | #67 |
| 2019 | $739 | +$51 | #67 |
| 2018 | $687 | +$132 | #69 |
| 2017 | $555 | +$79 | #72 |
| 2016 | $476 | +$34 | #75 |
| 2015 | $442 | −$61 | #82 |
| 2014 | $503 | +$8 | #77 |
| 2013 | $495 | +$94 | #77 |
| 2012 | $402 | −$25 | #85 |
| 2011 | $427 | −$46 | #80 |
| 2010 | $472 | +$23 | #74 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Romania matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2023. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Romania's health expenditure per capita was $1,180 in 2025. Ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 12.3% increase from the previous year.
Romania's health expenditure per capita peaked at $1,180 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Romania was $70 in 2000.
Romania ranks 63rd 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.
Romania's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $1,180 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Romania in 2025 was $1,180. This ranks 63rd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Romania Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/romania/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}