The global landscape of self-employed individuals in education highlights marked variations across countries. South Korea leads with 352 thousand self-employed educators, followed by the United Kingdom and the United States. Over the past year, France, Poland, Chile, and Belgium saw notable growth, while countries like South Korea and Austria remained static. Furthermore, Denmark and Finland experienced significant increases in their numbers, albeit from low bases. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years suggests moderate expansion in most regions, with Belgium and Denmark standing out due to their higher growth rates.
Looking forward, factors such as technological advancements, regulatory changes, and shifts towards remote and personalized education continue to influence self-employment patterns in education. Countries with an already robust freelance education sector, like South Korea and the UK, might see stabilization, while emerging markets or those investing in education technology could experience rapid transformations in their self-employment dynamics. Watch for trends in digital learning platforms and government support initiatives that may shape future growth.
Top countries in Number of Self-Employed Persons in Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 352 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 322 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 256 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 225 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Colombia | 170 | 2023 | +0.59% | +0.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 128 | 2023 | +2.4% | +3.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 94 | 2023 | +1.08% | +0.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 75 | 2023 | +1.35% | +2.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 65 | 2023 | +3.17% | +3.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 57 | 2023 | +3.64% | +2.66% | View data |
