The United Kingdom leads in employment for sports activities, amusement, and recreation with over 500,000 individuals, reflecting a steady growth of 1.72% from 2023. South Korea closely follows, signifying a modest increase of 0.32%. France and Germany also show healthy employment numbers with growth rates of 1.28% and 1.46%, respectively. Spain and Australia exhibit considerable boosts at 2.21% and 2.11%. Other notable increases include Greece and Slovenia, with 3.0% and 2.34% rises. Iceland and Luxembourg report substantial expansions at 2.8% and 2.71%.
Future trends to watch:
- The shift towards digital and virtual sports activities could transform traditional jobs in these industries.
- Potential increase in employment driven by expanded leisure options and rising consumer demand globally.
- Market recovery post-pandemic might drive employment gains as events and recreational facilities rebound.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Sports Activities, Amusement and Recreation Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 505.12 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 326 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 325 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 300 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 279.6 | 2023 | +2.27% | +2.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 166.2 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Australia | 155.95 | 2023 | +2.23% | +2.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 82.3 | 2023 | +2.11% | +1.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 76 | 2023 | +1.33% | +0.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 70 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.81% | View data |
