The number of hospital beds in publicly owned hospitals in Mexico has shown steady growth from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the number stood at 94.84 thousand beds, demonstrating a consistent upward trend over the years. Significant increases were observed particularly in 2020, with a noticeable spike of 5.76% year-on-year, likely driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period from 2018 to 2023 was 1.43%, indicating a moderate annual increase in the number of hospital beds.
Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggest continued growth, with the number of hospital beds expected to reach 99.45 thousand by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR is 0.76%, showing a stable but slower growth rate compared to previous years, and the forecasted overall five-year growth rate stands at 3.83%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of healthcare policy changes on hospital infrastructure development.
- Technological advancements in healthcare that might reduce the need for physical beds while increasing the quality of care.
- Population growth and aging demographics that could drive demand for more hospital beds.
