Global wellness economy hits $7.5 trillion in 2025, forecasts strong growth to 2030
The Global Wellness Institute reports the worldwide wellness market reached $7.5 trillion in 2025, an 8.9% rise from the prior year, and projects it could approach $11 trillion by 2030. The data, released in the Global Wellness Economy Monitor 2026, highlights rapid growth across most sectors, especially real estate and mental wellness.
In this story
At a glance
- What changes
- Wellness market size grew to $7.5 trillion in 2025
- Timing
- Report released November 11 2026
- Who is affected
- Investors, operators and planners in wellness sectors
The details
- Announced by
- Global Wellness Institute (GWI)
Market size and recent growth
The Global Wellness Institute’s 2026 monitor shows the global wellness economy reached a record $7.5 trillion in 2025, marking an 8.9% increase over 2024. Since 2019 the market has expanded by 49%, and the institute expects the sector to approach $11 trillion by 2030.
Sector performance
Wellness real estate and mental wellness led growth, with real estate expanding to 3.5 times its 2019 size and mental wellness nearly doubling. Between 2024 and 2025, real estate grew 23.2% annually, spas 12.8%, and wellness tourism 11.4%.
- Wellness real estate recorded the strongest annual growth at 23.2% (2024‑2025)
- Spas grew 12.8% and wellness tourism increased 11.4% in the same period
Regional trends and future outlook
Europe posted the highest year‑on‑year growth at 12.3%, followed by the Middle East and North Africa (11.3%) and Asia (9.7%). The institute forecasts an annual growth rate of 7.7% through 2030, which would make wellness expansion about 50% faster than global GDP growth.
- Europe led regional growth at 12.3% in 2025
- Projected annual growth of 7.7% to 2030
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Existing wellness‑focused travel bookings remain unchanged by the new market data
- Travel agents can highlight the strong growth of wellness tourism when promoting future trips
Cost and documents
- No new fees or documentation requirements are introduced for travelers
- Current costs for wellness‑related services continue to reflect market trends
What you need to do
- Monitor upcoming GWI reports for updated forecasts that may affect investment decisions
- Consider the strong growth in wellness tourism when planning itineraries for 2025‑2026
Who this affects
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Investors in wellness sectors
The report shows rapid market expansion and high returns potential
What to do Review the data to assess portfolio adjustments
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Wellness tourism operators
Tourism‑related wellness sectors recorded double‑digit growth
What to do Plan capacity increases to meet rising demand
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Real‑estate developers
Wellness real estate grew 23.2% annually and is forecast to double by 2030
What to do Explore projects that integrate health‑focused design
Frequently asked questions
What is the current size of the global wellness economy?
The global wellness economy reached $7.5 trillion in 2025, according to the Global Wellness Institute’s 2026 monitor.
How fast is the wellness market expected to grow by 2030?
GWI forecasts an annual growth rate of 7.7% through 2030, potentially raising the market to about $10.9 trillion.
Which wellness sectors are growing the quickest?
Wellness real estate and mental wellness lead growth, with real estate expanding 23.2% annually between 2024 and 2025 and mental wellness nearly doubling since 2019.
Which regions showed the strongest wellness growth in 2025?
Europe posted the highest year‑on‑year increase at 12.3%, followed by the Middle East and North Africa at 11.3% and Asia at 9.7%.
Does the new data affect travel booking requirements?
No new travel documentation or fee changes are indicated; the report only provides market size and growth information.
