In 2023, voluntary health expenditures in Chile stood at $900 per capita. Forecasts for 2024 indicate an increase to $950.75, climbing further to $976.46 in 2025, reaching $1000 in 2026, $1030 in 2027, and $1050 in 2028. This represents a consistent upward trend marked by year-on-year growth rates of 2.70% and 2.40% for the years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, respectively. The last Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately 3.18%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of healthcare policies on expenditure, advancements in medical technology, and demographic changes such as an aging population. These factors are likely to continue driving growth in voluntary health expenditures. Monitoring economic conditions and inflation rates will also be crucial to understanding the potential variability in per capita spending.