Singapore Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Singapore's health expenditure per capita was $4,610 in 2025, ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 17.6% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Singapore's health expenditure per capita stood at $4,610 in 2025, a rise of +$689 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $4,610 by 2025. Singapore ranked 22nd globally.
Singapore's health expenditure per capita has experienced significant growth since 2000, with the latest figure standing at 4,610.23, ranking 22nd globally. The country's health expenditure per capita has more than sixfold since the trough in 2001, when it was 690.01. This substantial increase reflects Singapore's commitment to providing quality healthcare services to its citizens. In comparison, European Union's health expenditure per capita is 4,941.55, slightly higher than Singapore's latest figure. Notably, Singapore's health expenditure per capita peaked in 2025, surpassing its all-time trough of 690.01 in 2001. This notable growth is a testament to the country's emphasis on healthcare infrastructure development and its subsequent impact on citizen well-being. As Singapore continues to navigate the complexities of aging population and rising healthcare costs, any significant shift in government policies or healthcare delivery models could potentially alter the trajectory of its health expenditure per capita.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $4,846 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $4,610 | - | - |
| 2025 | $4,610 | +$689 | #22 |
| 2023 | $3,922 | +$19 | #24 |
| 2022 | $3,902 | −$149 | #24 |
| 2021 | $4,051 | +$509 | #24 |
| 2020 | $3,541 | +$617 | #25 |
| 2019 | $2,924 | +$198 | #27 |
| 2018 | $2,726 | +$52 | #29 |
| 2017 | $2,674 | +$164 | #27 |
| 2016 | $2,510 | +$180 | #27 |
| 2015 | $2,330 | +$97 | #29 |
| 2014 | $2,233 | +$130 | #30 |
| 2013 | $2,103 | +$250 | #29 |
| 2012 | $1,853 | +$153 | #32 |
| 2011 | $1,700 | +$190 | #33 |
| 2010 | $1,511 | +$185 | #33 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Singapore matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. 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
Singapore's health expenditure per capita was $4,610 in 2025. Ranked 22nd globally. This represents a 17.6% increase from the previous year.
Singapore's health expenditure per capita peaked at $4,610 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Singapore was $690 in 2001.
Singapore ranks 22nd 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.
Singapore's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $4,610 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Singapore in 2025 was $4,610. This ranks 22nd in the world.
Cite this page
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