Uganda Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Uganda's health expenditure per capita was $53 in 2025, ranked 172nd globally. This represents a 17.5% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Uganda's health expenditure per capita stood at $53 in 2025, a rise of +$8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $53 by 2025. Uganda ranked 172nd globally.
Uganda's health expenditure per capita has demonstrated a fluctuating pattern over the past quarter century, with a peak of 55.21 in 2011 and a trough of 14.23 in 2003. The country's health expenditure has been steadily increasing, albeit at a slow pace, with a current value of 53.14, ranking 172 globally. This growth rate is relatively close to that of Chad, which ranks 171 globally, with a health expenditure of 53.37 per capita. Uganda's health expenditure per capita has shown a moderate increase, rising from 16.43 in 2000 to the current value. The country's health expenditure per capita has not surpassed its 2011 peak, but the 25-year trend suggests a gradual improvement in healthcare spending. Uganda's health expenditure per capita is likely to continue its upward trend, driven by government efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure and invest in human resources. A significant increase in foreign aid or a substantial boost in domestic revenue could further accelerate this trend.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $55 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $53 | - | - |
| 2025 | $53 | +$8 | #172 |
| 2023 | $45 | +$1 | #175 |
| 2022 | $44 | −$7 | #174 |
| 2021 | $51 | +$6 | #171 |
| 2020 | $45 | +$11 | #174 |
| 2019 | $33 | +$0 | #182 |
| 2018 | $33 | +$2 | #182 |
| 2017 | $31 | −$8 | #181 |
| 2016 | $39 | −$1 | #174 |
| 2015 | $40 | −$11 | #174 |
| 2014 | $51 | −$2 | #168 |
| 2013 | $53 | −$2 | #165 |
| 2012 | $55 | −$0 | #162 |
| 2011 | $55 | +$3 | #159 |
| 2010 | $52 | +$8 | #156 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Uganda matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2011. 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
Uganda's health expenditure per capita was $53 in 2025. Ranked 172nd globally. This represents a 17.5% increase from the previous year.
Uganda's health expenditure per capita peaked at $55 in 2011.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Uganda was $14 in 2003.
Uganda ranks 172nd 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.
Uganda's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $53 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Uganda in 2025 was $53. This ranks 172nd in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Uganda Health Expenditure per Capita},
url = {https://historysaid.com/uganda/health-expenditure-per-capita/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}