In 2023, Ireland led European countries in non-hazardous waste labour costs per employee FTE at €74,400, while Romania was the lowest at €11,800. Denmark, France, Austria, and Sweden followed closely behind Ireland, all exceeding €50,000. A significant gap exists between Northern and Western European countries and Eastern European nations like Romania, Hungary, and Lithuania.
Over the past five years, compound annual growth rates indicate stable costs across Europe, with no significant variations recorded. Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impact of European green policies on labour costs.
- Technological advancements in waste collection affecting labour demand.
- Shifts in economic conditions influencing regional wage adjustments.
Top countries in Collection of Non-hazardous Waste Labour Cost Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ireland | 74.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 72.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 63.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 62.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 59.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 58.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 57.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 53.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 51.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 50.7 | 2023 | View data |
