Age Structure Shift
Total health care expenditure reached around 693,000 million SEK in 2023, an increase from around 637,000 million SEK in 2022.
Last updated: 2026-03-19
Key insights
- Total health care expenditure reached around 693,000 million SEK in 2023, an increase from around 637,000 million SEK in 2022.
- Life expectancy for men rose to approximately 81.3 years in 2023, while for women, it increased to about 84.8 years.
- The demographic dependency ratio slightly decreased to 0.770 in 2023 from 0.772 in 2022.
Analysis
Between 2022 and 2023, total health care expenditure saw a significant rise, climbing by around 56,000 million SEK, indicating a continued investment in health care services. This increase aligns with the broader trend of rising health care costs observed over the past decade, reflecting the ongoing demand for health services.
Life expectancy figures show positive progress, with men living approximately 81.3 years and women reaching about 84.8 years on average in 2023. These figures illustrate an overall improvement in health outcomes for both genders. The demographic dependency ratio, which measures the ratio of dependents to the working-age population, has experienced a minor decline, suggesting a slight shift in the age distribution of the population that could impact future economic and social policies.