In 2023, Germany led with the highest wages in the construction of roads and railways at €5.96 billion, followed by France at €5.87 billion. The United Kingdom and Spain saw significant reductions compared to other top European economies. Growth was notable in countries like Bulgaria and Romania, experiencing year-on-year rises of 14.28% and 8.96%, respectively. Conversely, some countries such as Spain and Greece faced a decline in construction wages, reflecting varied economic and infrastructure dynamics across Europe.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued investment and economic growth in Eastern Europe potentially driving wage increases in the sector.
- The impact of economic policies and infrastructure investments on western countries like Germany and France sustaining their high wage levels.
- Monitoring Brexit's long-term effects on the UK’s construction wage growth.
- Evaluating geopolitical factors and their influence on construction investments in Europe.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries in Construction of Roads and Railways by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 5,960 | 2023 | +4.2% | +4.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 5,870 | 2023 | +3.47% | +2.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 2,160 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,920 | 2023 | -4.53% | -3.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 1,770 | 2023 | +2.62% | +5.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1,700 | 2023 | +3.58% | +8.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 1,530 | 2023 | +0.59% | +1.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1,490 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.72% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 1,140 | 2023 | -0.47% | +0.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 971.5 | 2023 | +3.66% | +3.25% | View data |
