The global employment numbers in education indicate significant employment in Western countries. In 2024, the United Kingdom leads with 2.76 million people, followed by Germany and Japan. Among smaller economies, Iceland and Luxembourg exhibit minimal workforce figures. The year-on-year variations reveal prominent increases in Australia and Chile. Conversely, reductions are noted in Colombia and Hungary. Over the past five years, Ireland displays a noteworthy growth trend. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) highlights progressive growth in countries like Luxembourg and Switzerland.
Future trends to observe include digital transformation in educational methodologies, influencing employment numbers due to demand in tech-related educational roles. Watch for potential growth in countries investing in digital infrastructure and education technology initiatives, providing a boost to employment figures in the sector.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed in Education by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 2,760 | 2023 | +0.72% | +0.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 2,670 | 2023 | +0.95% | +1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 2,120 | 2023 | +0.43% | +0.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2,030 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.4% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 1,950 | 2023 | +0.81% | +1.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,400 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1,300 | 2023 | +0.44% | +0.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Australia | 1,130 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Colombia | 950.67 | 2023 | +0.15% | -0.012% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Chile | 808.7 | 2023 | +1.93% | +1.86% | View data |
