As of 2023, the number of subcontracted employees in the medical, health care, and welfare sectors in Japan stood at 127,000 persons. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase in the number of subcontracted employees, starting from 128.51 thousand in 2024 to 134.28 thousand in 2028.
The year-on-year growth presents the following variations:
- 2024: 1.19%
- 2025: 1.16%
- 2026: 1.12%
- 2027: 1.09%
- 2028: 1.05%
Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated at 1.12%, illustrating a moderate but consistent increase in subcontracted employment within the industry.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of an aging population on the demand for health care services, potential regulatory changes affecting subcontracting practices, and advancements in medical technology which could alter workforce requirements in the sector.
