In 2023, the United Kingdom leads in employment within European cultural institutions, with notable increases in Germany and the Netherlands. Norway and Malta experienced significant percentual growth, whereas Poland, Italy, and Spain saw declines. Emerging trends include stable or growing employment in larger countries, contrasted with volatility in smaller nations. The next five years likely will see technology-driven collections and digitization efforts influencing employment trends, necessitating a flexible and adaptive workforce.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Impact of digital transformation across the sector.
- Increased cross-country collaboration may affect local employment figures.
- Potential funding shifts towards digital and interdisciplinary initiatives.
- Ongoing sustainability and conservation efforts influencing skills demand.
Top countries in Libraries, Archives, Museums and Other Cultural Activities Employment by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 117.2 | 2023 | +0.69% | +2.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 85.1 | 2023 | -1.05% | +7.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 68.9 | 2023 | -4.83% | +0.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 63.1 | 2023 | +3.61% | -2.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 41.3 | 2023 | -3.5% | -2.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 39.8 | 2023 | +3.65% | -2.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 34.8 | 2023 | +6.75% | +9.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 25.4 | 2023 | +4.96% | +0.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 22.3 | 2023 | +8.78% | +3.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 20.9 | 2023 | -4.13% | -4.49% | View data |
