Forecast: Health Care Assistants in Austria

In Austria, the number of health care assistants stood at 9.84 thousand persons in 2023. Forecasted data show a slight but steady increase from 2024 through 2028, with values expected to rise from 9.85 thousand in 2024 to 9.9 thousand in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variation shows minimal growth, approximately around 0.1% annually. Over the last two years (2022 to 2024), the yearly average growth has been nearly negligible, underscoring a stable industry with little fluctuation. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2023 to 2028 is also minimal, indicating modest but consistent growth in the sector.

Future trends to watch for may include technological advancements in health care, which could either augment or reduce the needed workforce, policy changes in the health care system, and demographic shifts such as aging population which might increase demand for health care assistants. Monitoring these factors will provide better insights into the future demand and growth rate of health care assistants in Austria.