In 2023, Germany led European household expenditures on housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels with €474.57 billion, showing a 3.42% year-on-year increase. The UK and France followed, marking increases of 1.49% and 2.65%, respectively. Italy's expenditure saw a significant rise of 6.45%, while Belgium and Romania experienced notable increases of 7.24% and 7.62%. Smaller economies such as Lithuania and Estonia exhibited rapid growth rates of 13.11% and 16.5%. With a focus on recent shifts, significant increases were also noted in Slovakia (9.15%) and Serbia (4.15%).
Future trends may witness continued growth in expenditure due to inflationary pressures and evolving energy policies. Renewable energy adoption and improved efficiency strategies are likely to shape future consumption patterns, impacting overall household costs throughout Europe.
Top countries in Household Expenditure on Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 474,570 | 2023 | +2.79% | +3.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 414,010 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 370,130 | 2023 | +2.46% | +2.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 331,340 | 2023 | +13.53% | +6.45% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 184,750 | 2023 | +4.51% | +2.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 97,980 | 2023 | +3.35% | +3.91% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 92,620 | 2023 | +2.49% | +3.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 76,970 | 2023 | +12.09% | +7.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 72,160 | 2023 | +2.17% | +6.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 60,940 | 2023 | +1.3% | +2.75% | View data |
