Rwanda Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita was $65 in 2025, ranked 164th globally. This represents a 23.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita stood at $65 in 2025, a rise of +$12 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $65 by 2025. Rwanda ranked 164th globally.
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita has experienced a steady increase over the past quarter century, with the latest figure standing at $64.77. This represents a significant improvement from the all-time low of $7.32 in 2002, as the country has made notable strides in expanding its healthcare infrastructure. Notably, Rwanda's health expenditure per capita has surpassed that of Lesotho, ranking #164 globally. The country's commitment to improving healthcare services has been reflected in its rising expenditure, with a notable acceleration in the early 2010s, which laid the groundwork for the current level of expenditure. The current trajectory suggests that Rwanda's healthcare sector will continue to receive increased investment, with the government's ongoing efforts to strengthen the healthcare system likely to drive further growth in health expenditure per capita. A decline in global health costs or significant shifts in Rwanda's economic priorities could potentially alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $69 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $65 | - | - |
| 2025 | $65 | +$12 | #164 |
| 2023 | $53 | −$5 | #171 |
| 2022 | $58 | +$6 | #163 |
| 2021 | $52 | +$6 | #170 |
| 2020 | $45 | +$5 | #173 |
| 2019 | $40 | −$2 | #176 |
| 2018 | $42 | +$1 | #173 |
| 2017 | $41 | −$3 | #174 |
| 2016 | $44 | −$5 | #171 |
| 2015 | $49 | −$2 | #168 |
| 2014 | $51 | +$3 | #169 |
| 2013 | $48 | −$10 | #167 |
| 2012 | $57 | +$6 | #158 |
| 2011 | $52 | +$4 | #162 |
| 2010 | $48 | +$4 | #159 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Rwanda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw health expenditure per capita improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita was $65 in 2025. Ranked 164th globally. This represents a 23.0% increase from the previous year.
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita peaked at $65 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Rwanda was $7 in 2002.
Rwanda ranks 164th 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.
Rwanda's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $65 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Rwanda in 2025 was $65. This ranks 164th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Rwanda Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/rwanda/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}