South Sudan health statistics
Life expectancy, spending, care for South Sudan: the key indicators with the latest year available, the world ranking and the world value.
| Indicator | South Sudan | Year | World rank | World |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy | 58.0 yrs | 2026 | #234 of 236 | 73.8 yrs |
| Health spending per person | $73 | 2023 | #160 of 193 | $1,317 |
| Health spending, % of GDP | 11.6% | 2023 | #12 of 193 | 10.1% |
| Doctors per 1,000 people | 0.04 | 2022 | #192 of 193 | 1.86 |
| Maternal deaths per 100,000 births | 692 | 2023 | #190 of 193 | 197 |
Health: world rankings · South Sudan population
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