The US sports activities, amusement, and recreation sector is forecasted to have a steady increase in employment from 2024 through 2028, starting from 1.94 million employees in 2024 and expected to reach 2.05 million by 2028. In 2023, employment stood at approximately 1.91 million. The forecast shows a year-on-year growth of around 1.5% to 1.6%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 1.4% for the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include increased emphasis on digital and e-sports, growing consumer interest in wellness and fitness activities, and possible variations due to economic factors or policy changes impacting leisure time and discretionary spending.
