In 2023, the number of persons employed in cleaning services in Austria stood at 77.59 thousand employees. Over the last two years, there was a year-on-year variation of 1.95% in 2022 and 1.89% in 2023, reflecting a moderate growth trend. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has averaged at 1.33%, highlighting steady but modest growth.
When analyzing the longer period from 2013 to 2023, the industry experienced fluctuations with a significant drop in 2020 attributed to the circumstances around that time, followed by a recovery. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 predicts a CAGR of 1.37%, showing continued steady growth with an expected forecast year-on-year growth rate of 7.05% for the period.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from technological advancements in cleaning methods and possible shifts in labor market dynamics, which could affect employment levels. Increased demand for specialized cleaning services may also drive growth.
