Sierra Leone health statistics
Life expectancy, spending, care for Sierra Leone: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
| Indicator | Sierra Leone | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy | 62.3 yrs | 2026 | #225 of 236 | 73.8 yrs |
| Health spending per person | $36 | 2023 | #180 of 193 | $1,317 |
| Health spending, % of GDP | 4.7% | 2023 | #131 of 193 | 10.1% |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 0.13 | 2022 | #179 of 193 | 1.86 |
| Maternal deaths per 100,000 births | 354 | 2023 | #174 of 193 | 197 |
Health: world rankings · Sierra Leone population
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