Healthcare Spending: Marshall Islands
Marshall Islands's healthcare spending is currently 13.405 % of GDP as of 2023. # Marshall Islands Healthcare Spending In 2023, Marshall Islands allocated 13.
Current (2023)
13.405 % of GDP
-1.5% y/y
Peak (2006)
22.299 % of GDP
Low (2001)
11.19 % of GDP
Source
World Bank World Development Indicators
2000–2023 · 24 pts
Healthcare Spending — Marshall Islands
2000 — 2023
Healthcare Spending — Marshall Islands
Analysis# Marshall Islands Healthcare Spending
In 2023, Marshall Islands allocated 13.405% of its GDP to healthcare, representing a slight decline from the previous year's 13.608%. Since 2000, overall healthcare spending has decreased marginally by 0.9%, though the country experienced significant volatility during this period. The all-time peak of 22.299% occurred in 2006, while the lowest point was 11.19% in 2001—a range reflecting substantial fluctuations in healthcare priorities and economic conditions.
The data reveals a pattern of sharp swings rather than steady progression. Spending surged to 14.99% in 2019 before dropping to 12.124% in 2020, likely reflecting pandemic-related disruptions. The subsequent years show stabilization around the 13% mark, suggesting the Marshall Islands has settled into a relatively consistent healthcare expenditure level after years of volatility. This moderate spending ratio positions healthcare as a significant budget component for the nation.
Historical Data
24 Rows| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13.405 % of GDP | -1.49% |
| 2022 | 13.608 % of GDP | +8.92% |
| 2021 | 12.493 % of GDP | +3.04% |
| 2020 | 12.124 % of GDP | -19.12% |
| 2019 | 14.99 % of GDP | +3.62% |
| 2018 | 14.467 % of GDP | +20.31% |
| 2017 | 12.025 % of GDP | -17.79% |
| 2016 | 14.628 % of GDP | -1.04% |
| 2015 | 14.782 % of GDP | +22.72% |
| 2014 | 12.045 % of GDP | -0.76% |
| 2013 | 12.137 % of GDP | +4.07% |
| 2012 | 11.662 % of GDP | +2.67% |
| 2011 | 11.359 % of GDP | -35.95% |
| 2010 | 17.734 % of GDP | -5.31% |
| 2009 | 18.729 % of GDP | -1.32% |
| 2008 | 18.98 % of GDP | +12.81% |
| 2007 | 16.825 % of GDP | -24.55% |
| 2006 | 22.299 % of GDP | +20.84% |
| 2005 | 18.453 % of GDP | +30.40% |
| 2004 | 14.151 % of GDP | +6.14% |
Show all 24 rows
| Year | Value | Change % |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 13.332 % of GDP | +10.49% |
| 2002 | 12.066 % of GDP | +7.83% |
| 2001 | 11.19 % of GDP | -17.26% |
| 2000 | 13.525 % of GDP | — |
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