In 2023, most self-employed individuals in the residential care and social work services sector were concentrated in the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany. The year-on-year growth varied, with notable increases in Romania (16%), New Zealand (13.62%), and Estonia (11.7%). However, declines were observed in Luxembourg (-17.4%), Slovakia (-5.53%), and Iceland (-5.59%). Over the last five years, Austria and Ireland displayed consistent growth, while Portugal and Luxembourg experienced contraction.
Looking ahead, the sector is expected to experience variations in self-employment numbers due to demographic shifts, policy changes, and technological advancements. Notably, countries like Romania and Slovenia may continue to see significant growth, while larger markets may remain stable or face slight declines.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Residential Care and Social Work Services Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 48.89 | 2023 | -0.28% | -2.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 20.4 | 2023 | -0.46% | -3.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 10.51 | 2023 | -1.28% | -1.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 8.46 | 2023 | -0.7% | -1.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2.94 | 2023 | -0.92% | -1.76% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 1.67 | 2023 | +1.92% | +2.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 New Zealand | 1.22 | 2023 | +4.71% | +13.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 1.17 | 2023 | +1.18% | +0.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1 | 2023 | +21.67% | +8.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 0.8 | 2023 | +3.69% | +3.84% | View data |
