Health Spending of United Kingdom

11.9 % of GDP

#5 of 237 Health

Total health expenditure as a share of GDP.

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United Kingdom's Health Spending stands at 11.9 % of GDP. That ranks 5th of 237 countries tracked — one of the highest. It sits above the World average (by 124%). Since 2000 it has held roughly steady.

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CountryHealth Spending
Switzerland 11.8 % of GDP
France 12.3 % of GDP
Japan 11.5 % of GDP
Canada 12.4 % of GDP
Sweden 11.4 % of GDP
Netherlands 11.2 % of GDP

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What is the Health Spending of United Kingdom?

United Kingdom's Health Spending is 11.9 % of GDP (latest available, WHO (2021)).

How does United Kingdom rank for Health Spending?

United Kingdom ranks 5th out of 237 countries.