Makati City among the world’s top healthcare cities in 2025 global index
MANILA, Philippines – Makati City Mayor Abby Binay proudly announced that the city has secured its position as a global healthcare leader, ranking fourth in the world according to the latest Numbeo Health Care Index for Q1 2025.
With an impressive score of 85.0 out of 100, Makati stands as the only Philippine city to make the prestigious list, outperforming numerous cities from Europe and North America.
The rankings, published by data analysis platform RankingRoyals, show Makati tied with Thailand’s Chiang Mai and ahead of Seoul, South Korea (83.0).
The top spots were claimed by Taiwanese cities Kaohsiung (88.6) and Taipei (86.7).
The Numbeo Health Care Index evaluates healthcare infrastructure based on medical professionals, equipment, staff quality, doctor availability, and treatment costs.
Makati’s high ranking reflects the city’s significant investments in healthcare facilities and services in recent years.
“This recognition validates our commitment to providing Makatizens with the best healthcare services. Our strategic investments in healthcare infrastructure, medical technology, and professional development for our healthcare workers have positioned Makati as a center of excellence not just in the Philippines but across Southeast Asia,” said Binay.
The city’s strong showing is particularly significant as it outperforms many cities from countries with traditionally renowned healthcare systems.
European cities maintain a strong presence in the rankings overall, with multiple Dutch cities performing exceptionally well. The Hague, Rotterdam, and Utrecht all scored above 80 points.
RankingRoyals is a leading data visualization and analysis platform focusing on quality-of-life metrics worldwide.
The organization is known for its comprehensive indexes that help individuals, businesses, and policymakers understand global trends in urban development, healthcare, economics, and social well-being.
Their methodology combines user-reported data with established statistical frameworks to provide accessible, comparative rankings across major global cities.
For the complete rankings and methodology details, visit www.rankingroyals.com.
