As of 2023, the number of self-employed individuals in the Rubber, Plastics, and Other Non-Metallic Mineral Products Manufacturing sector in the US stood at approximately 18,000. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a stable figure of 18,000 individuals annually, suggesting no expected growth or decline in this workforce segment.
Year-on-year variation is 0%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years remains at 0%, indicating a steady but stagnant trend. This suggests a consistently stable self-employment sector without noticeable change in size.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Regulatory changes impacting manufacturing.
- Emergence of sustainable practices influencing industry dynamics.
- Technological advancements driving shifts in manufacturing processes.
- Market demand fluctuations impacting small, self-employed players.
