The number of self-employed individuals in the US water supply, sewerage, waste management, and remediation services sector is forecasted to remain constant at 21,000 persons from 2024 to 2028. As of 2023, the recorded figure stands at 21,000 as well, indicating a stable trend with no year-on-year variation observed in the past years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is 0.0%, showing no expected change in the self-employment rate within this industry sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Emerging environmental regulations and policies could drive innovation and entrepreneurship, possibly influencing self-employment rates.
Technological advancements in waste management processes may create niche opportunities for specialized self-employed services.
A focus on sustainability might lead to increased demand for eco-friendly solutions, affecting employment dynamics within the sector.