The number of self-employed persons in the road and pipeline transport sector in the U.S. exhibited steady growth from 2024 to 2028 based on forecasted data, increasing from 461,000 persons in 2024 to 500,000 by 2028. Assuming the number in 2023 was the same as in 2024, there was a yearly increase of approximately 2.2% during this period. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years stands at a modest 2.0%, indicating a consistent rise in self-employment within this sector.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements in transportation, regulatory changes, and evolving gig economy dynamics, all of which could significantly impact self-employment levels in this sector.
