The number of self-employed individuals in the U.S. rubber, plastics, and other non-metallic mineral products manufacturing sector is projected to remain stable from 2024 to 2028, with 18,000 jobs consistently each year. As of 2023, this stability is observed from actual data, highlighting no anticipated increase or decrease in self-employment within this sector over the next five years. Year-on-year variations did not exhibit any notable change, and the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) remains at 0% over this period, indicating a stagnant trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Adoption of automation and technological advancements may influence the demand for skilled self-employed workers.
Potential shifts in market demand or raw material availability could affect self-employment opportunities.
Economic factors and policies supporting entrepreneurship might impact the self-employment landscape.