Health Spending of United States

16.6 % of GDP

#1 of 238 Health

Total health expenditure as a share of GDP.

Historical trend

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United States's Health Spending stands at 16.6 % of GDP. That ranks 1st of 238 countries tracked — one of the highest. It sits above the North America average (by 102%). Since 2000 it has risen by about 2%.

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Germany 12.8 % of GDP
Canada 12.4 % of GDP
France 12.3 % of GDP
Northern Ireland 11.9 % of GDP
Switzerland 11.8 % of GDP
Japan 11.5 % of GDP

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What is the Health Spending of United States?

United States's Health Spending is 16.6 % of GDP (latest available, WHO (2021)).

How does United States rank for Health Spending?

United States ranks 1st out of 238 countries.

Is United States's Health Spending rising or falling?

Since 2000, United States's Health Spending has risen by about 2%.