Global Number of Self-Employed Persons in Human Health and Social Work Activities by Country

The global analysis of self-employed persons in human health and social work activities reveals diverse trends by country. In 2023, the United States had the highest number, though experiencing a slight decline of 1.73% compared to 2022. Contrastingly, France and the United Kingdom saw noticeable increases, with France at 2.17% and the UK at 2.56%. Emerging markets like Chile demonstrated robust growth at 5.7%, while countries such as Japan showed marginal decline. Among the Nordic countries, Sweden remained stable, and other countries experienced modest growth. The five-year CAGR highlights steady increases and stability across various regions.

Future trends to watch include:

• The impact of digital healthcare advancements and remote work on self-employment growth.
• The potential for increased demand in emerging markets as healthcare needs evolve.
• The role of government policies in supporting self-employment within the sector.