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St. Vincent and the Grenadines Health Spending

Current health expenditure as % of GDP  SH.XPD.CHEX.GD.ZS

4.72% +0.29% (+6.4%)
Year 2025 Rank #136 Global Peak 5.27% (2021) Source World Bank

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Health Spending (2000–2025)

Overview

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's health spending stood at 4.72% in 2025, a rise of +0.29% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 4.72% by 2025. St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranked 136th globally.

Data & projection

Year Health Spending YoY change Rank
2026* trend 4.73% - -
2025* trend 4.72% - -
2025 4.72% +0.29% #136
2023 4.44% −0.17% #50
2022 4.61% −0.66% #59
2021 5.27% +0.40% #63
2020 4.87% +0.61% #47
2019 4.26% +0.01% #47
2018 4.25% +0.02% #49
2017 4.23% +0.13% #48
2016 4.10% −0.02% #37
2015 4.12% −0.06% #36
2014 4.17% −0.06% #42
2013 4.24% −0.23% #47
2012 4.47% +0.24% #58
2011 4.23% −0.07% #48
2010 4.30% +0.21% #50
Show all years (2000-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 10.1% GDP growth 0.4% Unemployment 18.8%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

St. Vincent and the Grenadines matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2008. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw health spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Vincent and the Grenadines's health spending?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's health spending was 4.72% in 2025. Ranked 136th globally. This represents a 6.4% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest health spending in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's health spending peaked at 5.27% in 2021.

What was the lowest health spending in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

The lowest health spending in St. Vincent and the Grenadines was 3.66% in 2006.

How does St. Vincent and the Grenadines rank in health spending?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranks 136th globally in health spending as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for health spending?

The World Bank indicator code is SH.XPD.CHEX.GD.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected health spending of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's health spending is projected to reach 4.72% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the health spending of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025?

The health spending of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025 was 4.72%. This ranks 136th in the world.

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