In 2024, the United States leads with the highest number of employees in public administration and defense, followed by Japan and Spain. The recent year-on-year analysis shows varied growth: significant growth in Colombia and Ireland, moderate increases in Israel, Romania, and New Zealand, while Hungary and Latvia witnessed declines. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates steady increases but highlights concerning declines in certain nations.
Future trends to watch include the impacts of automation on employment, policy shifts in public sector funding, and demographic changes influencing labor markets in these sectors globally. Countries with current high employment numbers might need to adapt strategies to maintain growth or sustainability.
Top countries in Employees in Public Administration and Defence, Compulsory Social Security Sector Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 43.93 | 2023 | +0.3% | +0.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 9.06 | 2023 | 0% | +0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7.51 | 2023 | +0.56% | +1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.48 | 2023 | +0.55% | +1.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 5.4 | 2023 | -0.51% | +1.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.03 | 2023 | -0.12% | +0.59% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Colombia | 2.41 | 2023 | +2.38% | +4.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Chile | 2.26 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.05 | 2023 | +1.01% | +0.94% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Israel | 1.96 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.45% | View data |
