Based on the 2023 forecasted data, the United States leads with 473,000 self-employed jobs in recreational activities, followed by Italy (104,700), and the Netherlands (91,000). Year-on-year variations show moderate growth in most countries, with notable increases in Spain (2.13%) and Iceland (2.9%), while Canada (-1.2%) and the Czech Republic (-3.58%) experienced declines. The United States and Italy both showed steady growth under 1%.
Future Trends: Expect continued growth in this sector driven by increasing wellness and leisure pursuits, with technology integrations potentially enabling new entrepreneurial opportunities. Monitor potential uncertainties due to economic fluctuations and local regulations impacting self-employment viability.
Top countries in Self-Employed People in Recreational Activities Sector by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Thousand Units (Jobs) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 473 | 2023 | -5.96% | +0.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 104.7 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 91 | 2023 | +3.41% | +2.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 64.3 | 2023 | +2.4% | -1.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 48 | 2023 | +5.73% | +2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 17.15 | 2023 | +0.94% | +1.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4.99 | 2023 | +1.4% | -3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 2.26 | 2023 | 0% | -1.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Iceland | 1.5 | 2023 | 0% | +2.9% | View data |
