In 2023, Germany led the global share of pharmacists with 20.81%, closely followed by Spain and South Korea. During 2023, most countries saw modest increases in the number of licensed pharmacists. However, Romania experienced a decline of 5.71%, indicating possible issues in the profession’s attractiveness or workforce dynamics there. Over the past five years, the overall CAGR suggests gradual growth in the pharmacist workforce, largely driven by developed countries such as Canada and Ireland. Emerging challenges include balancing workforce growth with healthcare demands in varied economies.
Future trends to watch include:
- Technology integration in pharmacy practice, potentially reshaping workforce needs.
- Educational reforms influencing pharmacist supply in emerging markets.
- Impact of global health policies on pharmaceutical practice growth.
Top countries in Number of Pharmacists Licensed to Practice Share by Country (Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.81 | 2023 | +1.2% | +1.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.8 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 17.47 | 2023 | +1.53% | +1.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 10.52 | 2023 | +2.26% | +2.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Australia | 7.73 | 2023 | +1.71% | +2.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 5.44 | 2023 | +2.13% | +2.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 4.14 | 2023 | -5.47% | -5.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3.94 | 2023 | +2.73% | +2.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.15 | 2023 | +2.24% | +1.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Israel | 2.33 | 2023 | +2.5% | +2.68% | View data |
