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West Bank and Gaza Health Spending

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

11.08% +0.34% (+3.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #15 Global Peak 11.38% (2004) Source World Bank

West Bank and Gaza Health Spending (2000–2025)

Overview

West Bank and Gaza's health spending stood at 11.08% in 2025, a rise of +0.34% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 11.08% by 2025. West Bank and Gaza ranked 15th globally.

Data & projection

Year Health Spending YoY change Rank
2026* trend 11.33% - -
2025* trend 11.08% - -
2025 11.08% +0.34% #15
2023 10.73% +1.03% #171
2022 9.71% −0.73% #159
2021 10.43% +0.16% #163
2020 10.28% +1.09% #159
2019 9.19% −0.47% #159
2018 9.66% +0.53% #163
2017 9.12% +0.12% #160
2016 9.00% −0.28% #156
2015 9.28% −0.64% #162
2014 9.92% −0.53% #169
2013 10.45% +0.15% #178
2012 10.30% −1.05% #174
2011 11.35% +2.24% #185
2010 9.10% −1.66% #159
Show all years (2000-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +43.6% GDP growth 7.4% C/A balance 5.2%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

West Bank and Gaza matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2008. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw health spending improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Bank and Gaza's health spending?

West Bank and Gaza's health spending was 11.08% in 2025. Ranked 15th globally. This represents a 3.2% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest health spending in West Bank and Gaza?

West Bank and Gaza's health spending peaked at 11.38% in 2004.

What was the lowest health spending in West Bank and Gaza?

The lowest health spending in West Bank and Gaza was 9.00% in 2016.

How does West Bank and Gaza rank in health spending?

West Bank and Gaza ranks 15th 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 West Bank and Gaza in 2025?

West Bank and Gaza's health spending is projected to reach 11.08% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the health spending of West Bank and Gaza in 2025?

The health spending of West Bank and Gaza in 2025 was 11.08%. This ranks 15th in the world.

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