The 2023 European Metal Manufacturing Labour Cost per Employee FTE shows significant variance across countries. Switzerland leads with the highest cost, while Bulgaria is the lowest. Western European countries like Denmark, Austria, and France exhibit high labor costs, whereas Eastern European countries, including Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania, maintain lower costs. Trends suggest disparities between Western and Eastern Europe will persist.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of technological advancements reducing labor costs.
- Regulatory changes that might influence labor expenses.
- Shift towards sustainable practices possibly affecting labor cost structures.
Top countries in Metal Manufacturing Labour Cost Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Switzerland | 80.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 66.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 62 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 60.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 57.8 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 56.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 56.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 55.7 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 54.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 53.3 | 2023 | View data |
