The number of employees in the coal and lignite mining sector in the US has shown a significant decline from 250.0 thousand in 2013 to 153.0 thousand in 2024. Year-on-year variations include a maximum decline of -12% in 2014 and a minor growth of 9.89% in 2018. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been negative, at -5.22%. The forecasted data from 2023 to 2028 maintain a stable employment figure at 153.0 thousand with a 5-year CAGR of 0%, signaling no expected growth.
Future trends to watch: Keep an eye on policy developments related to environmental regulations and energy transitions, as well as the market dynamics of alternative energy sources, which could further impact employment in the coal and lignite sector.
