In 2023, Austria led European countries in sewerage labor costs per employee at 118.4 thousand euros, followed by Switzerland at 94.6 and Belgium at 83.3. The UK and Spain were mid-range, while Eastern European countries like Bulgaria and Bosnia and Herzegovina reported the lowest costs, under 15 thousand euros. The year-on-year variations from 2023 to 2024 are expected to be nil, indicating stability in labor costs.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential cost convergence in Eastern and Western Europe as wages rise in Eastern Europe.
- The impact of automation and technology on labor efficiency and costs.
- Environmental regulations influencing labor practices and associated costs.
Top countries in Sewerage Labour Cost Per Employee FTE by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 118.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Switzerland | 94.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 83.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 72.5 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 71.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 65.6 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 63.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 61.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 60.3 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 53 | 2023 | View data |
