Countries by Healthcare Spending per Capita 2024

About This Dataset

Countries ranked by annual healthcare expenditure per person in 2024, measured in USD. The United States spends significantly more on healthcare per capita than any other country, yet consistently ranks below many peers on key health outcome measures such as life expectancy.

✨ AI Insight

The data reveals a stark contrast in healthcare spending, with the United States outpacing its closest competitors by over $4,900. Despite this high expenditure, the U.S. often ranks poorly in health outcomes, such as life expectancy, suggesting that higher spending does not necessarily equate to better health. Countries like Germany and Switzerland, which spend significantly less, still achieve favorable health metrics, indicating that efficiency and healthcare system effectiveness play critical roles. The trend suggests that while spending is crucial, the management and allocation of resources may be equally important in determining health outcomes.

Source: Wikipedia

Key Findings

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United States leads with 12,914 in 2024.

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Average value in 2024: 7,613 · median: 7,044.

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Gap in 2024: United States is 2.2× larger than Austria.