In 2024, Denmark leads with the highest labor cost per FTE in European road and motorway construction, while Bosnia and Herzegovina records the lowest. Notable differences are evident between Western and Eastern Europe, with countries like Denmark and Iceland surpassing €80,000, highlighting substantial labor cost variations influenced by local economic conditions and labor market dynamics. Despite a lack of specific year-on-year variations since forecasts were unchanged, understanding past trends reveals significant cost disparities, affecting project budgets and timelines.
Future trends to watch include:
- Economic shifts influencing labor costs in both Western and Eastern Europe.
- The potential impact of technology and automation on reducing labor costs.
- Policy adjustments and infrastructure investments potentially affecting regional labor markets.
Top countries in Labour Cost Per Employee FTE in Construction of Roads and Motorways by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Denmark | 101.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 2 | 2 Iceland | 80.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 79.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 77.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 73.2 | 2023 | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 68.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 66.9 | 2023 | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 63.1 | 2023 | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 57.4 | 2023 | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 57.3 | 2023 | View data |
