In 2023, Switzerland led European healthcare expenditure on hospitals with 3.44 thousand euros per capita, followed by Denmark at 2.87 and Norway at 2.77. Notable increases were observed in countries like Cyprus (21.95%) and Latvia (17.37%), while Norway showed a modest rise of 0.22%. Across the last five years, a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) analysis reveals steady upticks, particularly in Ireland (6.37%), Portugal (6.66%), and Croatia (10.56%). Conversely, some nations like Bosnia and Herzegovina are at the lower end, with spending at 0.17 thousand euros per capita in 2023.
Future trends suggest a continued growth in healthcare expenditure, emphasizing digital health solutions and advanced medical technologies. Nations like Ireland, Cyprus, and Bulgaria are expected to maintain their significant year-on-year increases, driven by policy reforms and increased health awareness among the populace.
Top countries in Healthcare Expenditure on Hospitals by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Euros Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Switzerland | 3,440 | 2023 | +2.61% | +3.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Denmark | 2,870 | 2023 | +3.49% | +3.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 2,770 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 2,630 | 2023 | +6.12% | +6.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 2,470 | 2023 | +5.1% | +3.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 2,350 | 2023 | +5.44% | +6.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2,160 | 2023 | +4.15% | +4.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 2,060 | 2023 | +21.41% | +21.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 2,050 | 2023 | +1.34% | +3.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 1,980 | 2023 | +2.61% | +4.59% | View data |
