Based on the 2023 actual data and the 2024 forecast, Sweden leads Europe with 81.27 units per hundred thousand persons professionally active midwives. Other top countries include Iceland, Norway, and Bulgaria. Significant changes in the last year show Liechtenstein with a 5.15% increase, while Slovenia saw a notable 10.66% rise. By contrast, Serbia and Macedonia experienced considerable decreases of 5.5% and 2.6%, respectively. Over the last five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) has averaged marginal growth across Europe, indicating moderate market stability with pockets of significant fluctuations.
Future trends to watch for include potential increases in countries investing in healthcare infrastructure and training, especially in regions currently experiencing lower midwife activity. Variations in governmental policies and funding will also play a pivotal role in shaping the professional landscape for midwives in Europe.
Top countries in Professionally Active Midwives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units Per Hundred Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 81.27 | 2023 | +0.36% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 80.17 | 2023 | +2.06% | -0.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 62.61 | 2023 | +0.34% | +0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 55.9 | 2023 | +0.41% | -0.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Liechtenstein | 53.77 | 2023 | 0% | +5.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 43.85 | 2023 | -0.068% | -0.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 42.65 | 2023 | +1.77% | +1.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Macedonia | 42.04 | 2023 | -1.84% | -2.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Montenegro | 38.95 | 2023 | 0% | -0.051% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Cyprus | 38.29 | 2023 | +1.51% | +2.32% | View data |
