Forecast: Employment in Healthcare Sector in Finland

Between 2013 and 2023, employment in the healthcare sector in Finland, expressed in million hours, has generally trended upwards with minor fluctuations. Following a dip from 2014 to 2016, employment began to rise steadily from 2017 onwards, reaching 319.9 million hours in 2023. Employment grew by 0.82% year-over-year in 2023, continuing a positive trend from previous years. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years measured 1.63%.

Forecasts for 2024 to 2028 suggest continued steady growth in healthcare employment. Between 2023 and 2028, the five-year forecast CAGR is projected at 0.63%, with an overall growth rate of 3.19%. This suggests a stable yet moderate increase in employment hours.

Future trends to watch for include:

• Impact of aging population on healthcare demand and employment
• Potential effects of technological advancements on job structures
• Healthcare policy changes and investment in healthcare infrastructure