In 2023, the United States led global employment in the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation sectors with 2.16 million full-time equivalent units, followed distantly by Italy and other European nations. The U.S. experienced a 1.58% growth in employment from the previous year, while Italy and Norway showed positive trends with increases of 0.68% and 0.94%, respectively. Conversely, other countries like the Netherlands, Czech Republic, and Austria exhibited more moderate growth. Over the past five years, these trends suggest a relatively stable average annual growth across these nations, maintaining moderate positive changes in employment in this sector.
Future trends to watch include:
- An increasing reliance on digital transformation and technology-driven entertainment influencing market dynamics.
- The potential impact of global events and economic conditions on cultural and recreational activities.
- Emerging markets might contribute to a more diverse employment landscape in this sector.
Top countries in Employment in Arts, Entertainment and Recreation by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Units (Full-Time Equivalent) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 2,160 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 198.8 | 2023 | +0.81% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 82 | 2023 | +1.23% | +0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 65.1 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.93% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 42.44 | 2023 | +1.29% | +1.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 28.4 | 2023 | +1.07% | +0.94% | View data |
