In 2023, the United States led the global number of employees in human health and social work activities with 41.98 thousand persons. Japan and the United Kingdom followed with 17.39 and 7.31 thousand persons, respectively. The year-on-year growth was modest for most countries, with South Korea showing a notable increase of 3.23% and Luxembourg a 2.43% rise. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) has been stable, hinting at sustained demand for healthcare and social services worldwide.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements on workforce demands and the influence of demographic shifts such as aging populations, particularly in developed countries, which may alter the distribution of employment in this sector.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Human Health and Social Work Activities Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 41.98 | 2023 | +1.51% | +1.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 17.39 | 2023 | +1.8% | +1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 7.31 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 6.87 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 4.42 | 2023 | +3.03% | +3.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 3.3 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.93 | 2023 | -0.28% | +1.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2.44 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.73 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.72 | 2023 | +0.9% | +0.99% | View data |
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