The Pharmacy Industry in Eidsvoll: Business Profile, Companies, and Development Trends

Pharmacies in Eidsvoll form a stable part of the municipality's economy, with 7 registered companies in 2026. The industry shows a mix of established businesses and newer companies, with an average annual revenue of over 180 million NOK per company. In recent years, the industry has experienced both growth and decline in employee numbers, currently at 65 employees. The most notable development was a 33.9% increase in sales in 2020, followed by a 19.9% decline in 2022. This indicates some vulnerability in the industry, but also potential for growth in the future.

In 2026, the pharmacy industry in Eidsvoll had total sales of 198 million NOK, with an annual growth of 8.1% compared to 2025. The number of employees showed a weak increase of 4.8% over the same period. Historically, the industry has been marked by large variations: from a decline of 29.0% in 2017 to an increase of 74.2% in 2018. The most stable period was from 2020 to 2021, with growth of 4.5%. This shows that the industry has some vulnerability, but also the ability to generate growth under favorable conditions.

In Eidsvoll, there are 7 pharmacy businesses registered in 2026, distributed across different organizational forms. The main company forms are AS, with 5 companies and 72 employees. The most well-known businesses include:

There are also two companies registered with 0 employees and 0 sales, which may indicate startups or closures in the future.

Pharmacy operations in Eidsvoll are divided into two main areas:

1. Råholt: 3 companies with a total of 44 employees and 119.6 million NOK in sales
2. Eidsvoll: 2 companies with a total of 28 employees and 74.1 million NOK in sales

The most productive business is Vitusapotek Råholt, which had sales of 70.9 million NOK in 2025. Eidsvoll has a higher average income per employee (3.3 million NOK) compared to Råholt (2.8 million NOK).

The pharmacy industry in Eidsvoll has been relatively stable in terms of bankruptcy. In 2026, none of the registered companies have gone bankrupt, which shows good financial health for the industry. The most interesting financial data includes:

• Average EBITDA margin: 6%
• Average debt: 23.0 million NOK per company
• Average equity: 4.6 million NOK per company

The most stable companies have a high EBITDA margin (up to 7%) and low debt (up to 12.9 million NOK).

For basic pharmacy operations in Eidsvoll, the data shows stable, but not explosive growth. With an average sales of 183 million NOK per company in 2024 and a growth of 8.1% in 2025, the industry can be attractive for entrepreneurs seeking established markets. The highest growth was in 2020 (30.6%), which may indicate strong demand for pharmacy services under special conditions. However, it is important to note the large variations in employee numbers and sales over time.

When comparing the pharmacy industry to the broader handicraft group in Eidsvoll, the data shows an interesting dynamic. The handicraft group has:

• Higher number of companies: 9 companies compared to 7 pharmacy businesses
• Slightly higher sales: 205.8 million NOK in 2025 compared to 198 million NOK for pharmacies
• Slightly lower number of employees: 71 employees compared to 65 employees in pharmacies

The main peer companies in the handicraft group include:

This shows that the handicraft group has a more variable structure, with more companies having low sales and employees. The pharmacy industry, on the other hand, has a more stable income per company.

The pharmacy industry in Eidsvoll shows a mix of stability and variation. With 7 companies and total sales of 198 million NOK in 2025, the industry is well established. The highest growth was in 2020 (30.6%), but there have also been periods of decline (e.g., 19.9% in 2022). For entrepreneurs, this can be an attractive market, especially with the high average income per employee (3.3 million NOK). However, it is important to be aware of the large variations in employee numbers and sales over time.