Solomon Islands Physicians
Physicians per 1,000 people SH.MED.PHYS.ZS
Solomon Islands's physicians was 0.24 in 2025, ranked 109th globally. This represents a 1.3% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Solomon Islands's physicians stood at 0.24 in 2025, a rise of +0.00 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 0.24 by 2025. Solomon Islands ranked 109th globally.
The number of physicians per 1,000 people in the Solomon Islands has shown a moderate increase over the years. The latest value stands at 0.24 physicians per 1,000 people, ranking the country 109 globally. This figure represents a peak, which Solomon Islands has maintained since 2025. Comparatively, the country lags behind its peers, such as Guinea, which boasts 0.26 physicians per 1,000 people. The country's physician-to-population ratio has a long history, with a trough of 0.12 physicians per 1,000 people observed in 1999, a period of significant economic and healthcare sector challenges. The Solomon Islands has made progress in this area, but the gap with more advanced countries remains. The trend is expected to continue its upward trajectory, potentially driven by foreign investment in the healthcare sector and government initiatives aimed at improving access to quality medical care.
Data & projection
| Year | Physicians | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 0.25 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 0.24 | - | - |
| 2025 | 0.24 | +0.00 | #109 |
| 2023 | 0.24 | +0.06 | #46 |
| 2016 | 0.18 | +0.00 | #112 |
| 2013 | 0.18 | +0.03 | #103 |
| 2012 | 0.15 | −0.05 | #107 |
| 2011 | 0.20 | +0.02 | #96 |
| 2008 | 0.18 | −0.01 | #110 |
| 2005 | 0.18 | +0.06 | #95 |
| 2003 | 0.13 | +0.00 | #91 |
| 1999 | 0.13 | −0.02 | #84 |
| 1995 | 0.14 | −0.02 | #109 |
| 1992 | 0.16 | +0.01 | #79 |
| 1989 | 0.15 | +0.02 | #38 |
| 1986 | 0.14 | −0.07 | #60 |
| 1970 | 0.21 | +0.02 | #84 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Solomon Islands matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw physicians improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Solomon Islands's physicians was 0.24 in 2025. Ranked 109th globally. This represents a 1.3% increase from the previous year.
Solomon Islands's physicians peaked at 0.24 in 2025.
The lowest physicians in Solomon Islands was 0.13 in 1999.
Solomon Islands ranks 109th globally in physicians as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SH.MED.PHYS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Solomon Islands's physicians is projected to reach 0.24 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The physicians of Solomon Islands in 2025 was 0.24. This ranks 109th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_solomon-islands_physicians,
title = {Solomon Islands Physicians},
url = {https://historysaid.com/solomon-islands/physicians/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}