Tourism employment in Mexico experienced several fluctuations from 2013 through 2023, standing at 1.7033 million employees in 2023. The sector showed minor year-on-year variations up to 2020, with a substantial decrease of -13.3% in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recovery began in 2021 with an 8.63% increase, continuing with a steady rise in 2022 and 2023 at 5.7% and 4.1%, respectively.

Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 1.05%, reflecting moderate growth. Projections from 2024 to 2028 suggest the sector will maintain a somewhat stable upward trajectory, with an expected five-year CAGR of 0.98% and a forecasted growth rate of 5.02% by 2028.

Future trends to watch for include:

An increase in international tourism influx post-pandemic, catalyzing job creation.
Government initiatives and investment in tourism infrastructure may further bolster employment.
Sustainable tourism and eco-friendly initiatives could create niche job markets within the sector.