Viet Nam Health Expenditure per Capita
Current health expenditure per capita SH.XPD.CHEX.PC.CD
Viet Nam's health expenditure per capita was $210 in 2025, ranked 126th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2000–2025.
Overview
Viet Nam's health expenditure per capita stood at $210 in 2025, a rise of +$13 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $210 by 2025. Viet Nam ranked 126th globally.
Vietnam’s health expenditure per capita has risen dramatically over the 25‑year span from US$21.07 in 2000 to a peak of US$210.43 in 2025, positioning the country at 126th globally. This ten‑fold increase reflects sustained fiscal commitment amid expanding health infrastructure and broader insurance coverage. Compared with regional peers, Vietnam’s spending remains slightly below the Philippines (US$227.12) and above Fiji (US$205.34), indicating a competitive but not leading position in Southeast Asia. The upward trajectory coincides with demographic shifts, higher disease burden, and government reforms aimed at universal health coverage, which have collectively driven the sharp rise. While the current level marks a significant improvement from the early‑2000s trough, future growth will likely depend on the pace of economic expansion, efficiency of public health spending, and potential external shocks such as pandemics or fiscal constraints, suggesting that the upward trend could moderate unless policy reforms accelerate.
Data & projection
| Year | Health Expenditure per Capita | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | $219 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $210 | - | - |
| 2025 | $210 | +$13 | #126 |
| 2023 | $197 | +$9 | #128 |
| 2022 | $188 | +$20 | #127 |
| 2021 | $168 | +$15 | #133 |
| 2020 | $153 | −$18 | #133 |
| 2019 | $171 | +$9 | #130 |
| 2018 | $162 | +$14 | #130 |
| 2017 | $148 | +$14 | #130 |
| 2016 | $133 | +$12 | #132 |
| 2015 | $121 | +$2 | #132 |
| 2014 | $119 | +$15 | #135 |
| 2013 | $104 | −$5 | #139 |
| 2012 | $109 | +$12 | #135 |
| 2011 | $97 | +$12 | #136 |
| 2010 | $85 | +$16 | #138 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Viet Nam matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2020. 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
Viet Nam's health expenditure per capita was $210 in 2025. Ranked 126th globally. This represents a 6.7% increase from the previous year.
Viet Nam's health expenditure per capita peaked at $210 in 2025.
The lowest health expenditure per capita in Viet Nam was $21 in 2000.
Viet Nam ranks 126th 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.
Viet Nam's health expenditure per capita is projected to reach $210 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The health expenditure per capita of Viet Nam in 2025 was $210. This ranks 126th in the world.
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