Singapore Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Singapore's physicians was 3.17 in 2025, ranked 50th globally. This represents a 11.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Singapore's physicians stood at 3.17 in 2025, a rise of +0.33 from 2022. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 3.17 by 2025. Singapore ranked 50th globally.
Singapore's physician density has experienced steady growth over the past 40 years, rising from a low of 0.42 physicians per 1,000 people in 1960 to 3.17 physicians per 1,000 people in 2025. This represents a significant increase, particularly when compared to its closest rank peers, such as France (3.33 physicians per 1,000 people) and Serbia (3.12 physicians per 1,000 people). The all-time peak value was achieved in 2025, marking the culmination of sustained efforts to develop the country's healthcare system. While Singapore's physician density has made notable strides, the country still faces challenges in terms of maintaining a stable supply of medical professionals, particularly in light of an aging population. A shift in government policies or changes in the global healthcare landscape, such as increased immigration of medical professionals, could potentially alter the trajectory of Singapore's physician density in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025* trend | 3.17 | - | - |
| 2025 | 3.17 | +0.33 | #50 |
| 2022 | 2.83 | +0.05 | #55 |
| 2021 | 2.78 | +0.14 | #59 |
| 2020 | 2.64 | +0.12 | #57 |
| 2019 | 2.52 | +0.08 | #58 |
| 2018 | 2.44 | +0.05 | #60 |
| 2017 | 2.39 | +0.06 | #59 |
| 2016 | 2.33 | +0.07 | #57 |
| 2015 | 2.26 | +0.11 | #58 |
| 2014 | 2.15 | +0.12 | #64 |
| 2013 | 2.03 | +0.10 | #63 |
| 2012 | 1.93 | +0.07 | #64 |
| 2011 | 1.86 | +0.08 | #63 |
| 2010 | 1.78 | +0.10 | #64 |
| 2009 | 1.68 | +0.04 | #62 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Singapore matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2021. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Singapore's physicians was 3.17 in 2025. Ranked 50th globally. This represents a 11.7% increase from the previous year.
Singapore's physicians peaked at 3.17 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Singapore was 0.42 in 1960.
Singapore ranks 50th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Singapore's physicians is projected to reach 3.17 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Singapore in 2025 was 3.17. This ranks 50th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_singapore_physicians,
title = {Singapore Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/singapore/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}