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per capita

[per kap-i-tuh] / pər ˈkæp ɪ tə /


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Per capita prescription-drug spending is expected to grow at an average annual rate of 4.3% through 2033, according to Peterson-KFF Health System Tracker.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

Per capita GDP rose to $4,000 in 2000 from less than $300 in 1970.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Per capita healthcare spending in the U.S. has risen from about $350 in 1970 to $14, 470 in 2023.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

Per capita income is eight times higher than it was 20 years ago.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2025

Per capita gross national product lowest in Europe.

From Area Handbook for Albania by Elpern, Sarah Jane




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