An analysis of self-employed people in the real estate sector reveals significant variations across countries. As of 2023, the United States leads with 564,000 self-employed individuals, followed by South Korea (152.9k) and Spain (108.0k). Over the past year, France and Costa Rica showed robust growth at 9.37% and 16.17%, respectively. Conversely, Germany and Chile experienced the largest declines, at -6.17% and -26.78%. Smaller markets like Iceland, Slovenia, and Latvia showed minimal to moderate growth or stability. This sector displays a mixed pattern of growth and decline, with distinct regional trends.
Future trends to watch include the continuing digital transformation in real estate, impacting self-employment through PropTech innovations and remote work models. Additionally, economic cycles, regulatory changes, and housing market dynamics will play crucial roles in shaping the sector's evolution globally.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Real Estate Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 564 | 2023 | +1.26% | +3.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 152.9 | 2023 | +2.76% | -3.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 108 | 2023 | +3.45% | +7.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 97.8 | 2023 | -0.41% | -1.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 94.87 | 2023 | -0.43% | -0.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 72.73 | 2023 | +2.07% | +2.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 72 | 2023 | +7.46% | +9.37% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Colombia | 51.99 | 2023 | -3.05% | +2.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 40 | 2023 | -4.76% | -6.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 35.2 | 2023 | +2.92% | +7.34% | View data |
