Between 2013 and 2023, the number of professionally active midwives in Sweden showed a gradual increase from 78.85 units per hundred thousand persons to 81.27. The year-on-year growth saw fluctuations, ranging from a low of -0.18% in 2014 to a high of 1% in 2018. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over these years suggests a relatively stable growth pattern, averaging out at 0.38% per year as of 2023.
In the last two years, the growth remained steady, with year-on-year variations of 0.37% from 2021 to 2022 and 0.36% from 2022 to 2023. This consistent upward trend indicates a continuous demand and stable expansion in the profession.
Projected data from 2024 to 2028 forecasts the number of midwives reaching 82.65 units per hundred thousand persons by 2028, reflecting a 5-year CAGR of 0.27% and a total growth rate of 1.34% across this period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of policy changes on healthcare employment
- Technological advancements in maternal healthcare
- Population demographics and birth rates
- Potential skill gaps due to evolving healthcare needs
