In October 2024, the civilian labor force amounted to 168.48 million people in the United States. The term civilian labor force is used by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to describe the subset of Americans who have jobs or are seeking a job, are at least 16 years old, are not serving in the military, and are not institutionalized.

This graph shows the civilian labor force in the United States from 1990 to 2023. In 2023, the number of people who had jobs or were seeking employment amounted to about 167.12 million.

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In October 2024, the number of people in the civilian labor force in the United States amounted to 168.57 million. The term civilian labor force is used by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) to describe the subset of Americans who have jobs or are seeking a job, are at least 16 years old, are not serving in the military and are not institutionalized. In other words, all Americans who are eligible to work in the everyday U.S. economy.

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Key information about United States Labour Force Participation Rate

• United States Labour Force Participation Rate remained the same rate at 62.3 % in Feb 2025, compared with 62.3 % in the previous month.
• US Labour Force Participation Rate is updated monthly, available from Jan 1948 to Feb 2025, with an average rate of 62.9 % .
• The data reached the an all-time high of 68.1 % in Jul 1997 and a record low of 57.2 % in Jan 1948.
• US Labour Force Participation Rate is reported by reported by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• In the latest reports, US Population reached 341.2 million people in Dec 2024.
• Unemployment Rate of US increased to 4.1 % in Feb 2025.
• The country's Monthly Earnings stood at 4,900.8 USD in Feb 2025.

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In 2024, about 74.86 million men were employed on a full-time basis in the United States. This was a decrease from the previous year when the total number of full-time employed men in the U.S. came to 75.5 million.

United States workforce management market size is projected to exhibit a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.50% during 2024-2032. The integration of advanced technologies, growing trend of remote and hybrid work models, the implementation of strict labor laws and regulations, rapid expansion of the gig economy, and the escalating need for data-driven decision-making represent some of the key factors driving the market.

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on component, deployment type, organization size, and vertical.

In 2024, there were approximately 10.5 million men employed on a part-time basis in the United States. This was an increase from the previous year, when there were ten million part-time employed men.

Employment Rate in the United States decreased to 59.90 percent in February from 60.10 percent in January of 2025. This dataset provides - United States Employment Rate- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

This table contains 8 series, with data for years 1948 - 2009 (not all combinations necessarily have data for all years). This table contains data described by the following dimensions (Not all combinations are available): Geography (1 items: United States ...) Components (8 items: Total population including armed forces overseas (raw); Total civilian employment; Civilian employment; agriculture; Civilian labor force ...).

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In 2023, it was estimated that over 161 million Americans were in some form of employment, while 3.64 percent of the total workforce was unemployed. This was the lowest unemployment rate since the 1950s, although these figures are expected to rise in 2023 and beyond. 1980s-2010s Since the 1980s, the total United States labor force has generally risen as the population has grown, however, the annual average unemployment rate has fluctuated significantly, usually increasing in times of crisis, before falling more slowly during periods of recovery and economic stability. For example, unemployment peaked at 9.7 percent during the early 1980s recession, which was largely caused by the ripple effects of the Iranian Revolution on global oil prices and inflation. Other notable spikes came during the early 1990s; again, largely due to inflation caused by another oil shock, and during the early 2000s recession. The Great Recession then saw the U.S. unemployment rate soar to 9.6 percent, following the collapse of the U.S. housing market and its impact on the banking sector, and it was not until 2016 that unemployment returned to pre-recession levels. 2020s 2019 had marked a decade-long low in unemployment, before the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic saw the sharpest year-on-year increase in unemployment since the Great Depression, and the total number of workers fell by almost 10 million people. Despite the continuation of the pandemic in the years that followed, alongside the associated supply-chain issues and onset of the inflation crisis, unemployment reached just 3.67 percent in 2022 - current projections are for this figure to rise in 2023 and the years that follow, although these forecasts are subject to change if recent years are anything to go by.

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The statistic shows the distribution of the workforce across economic sectors in the United States from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, 1.57 percent of the workforce in the US was employed in agriculture, 19.34 percent in industry and 79.09 percent in services. See U.S. GDP per capita for more information. American workforce A significant majority of the American labor force is employed in the services sector, while the other sectors, industry and agriculture, account for less than 20 percent of the US economy. However, the United States is among the top exporters of agricultural goods – the total value of US agricultural exports has more than doubled since 2000. A severe plunge in the employment rate in the US since 1990 shows that the American economy is still in turmoil after the economic crisis of 2008. Unemployment is still significantly higher than it was before the crisis, and most of those unemployed and looking for a job are younger than 25; youth unemployment is a severe problem for the United States, many college or university graduates struggle to find a job right away. Still, the number of employees in the US since 1990 has been increasing slowly, with a slight setback during and after the recession. Both the number of full-time and of part-time workers have increased during the same period. When looking at the distribution of jobs among men and women, both project the general downward trend. A comparison of the employment rate of men in the US since 1990 and the employment rate of women since 1990 shows that more men tend to be employed than women.

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This statistic denotes the global market size across several regions including North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and MEA. The workforce analytics market size was estimated to be at USD 983.73 mn in 2020-2024.

The size of the global workforce analytics market has been derived by triangulating data from multiple sources and approaches. While arriving at the market size, we have considered data points, such as the size of the parent market and the revenues of key market participants, such as Automatic Data Processing Inc., Cornerstone OnDemand Inc., Infor Inc., International Business Machines Corp., Kronos Inc., Oracle Corp., Paycor Inc., SAP SE, Tableau Software LLC, and Workday Inc.

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Workforce Analytics Market Size 2025-2029

The workforce analytics market size is forecast to increase by USD 3.27 billion, at a CAGR of 19.1% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for efficient workforce management and recruitment. This trend is driven by the need to optimize labor costs, improve productivity, and enhance workforce performance. Another key factor fueling market growth is the increasing use of mobile applications for workforce analytics. Hiring teams rely on these insights to make informed decisions, while professional services and managed services providers offer expertise in HR analytics tools and management training programs. 
These solutions enable real-time access to data and analytics, allowing organizations to make informed decisions on the go. However, the lack of a skilled workforce poses a challenge to market growth. Organizations are investing in training and development programs to address this issue and build a strong talent pool. Overall, the market is poised for strong growth In the coming years, as more organizations recognize the value of data-driven workforce management strategies.

What will be the Workforce Analytics Market Size During the Forecast Period?

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The market is experiencing significant growth as businesses increasingly leverage data analytics solutions to optimize staffing, development and training, compensation management, talent management, recruitment, and HR processes. Machine learning and data mining technologies enable advanced pattern matching, turnover modeling, risk assessment, productivity indexing, and real-time talent decisions. Employee experience, engagement, and performance improvement are key focus areas, with AI and regression analysis used to identify trends and address performance anxieties.
The market is dynamic, with continuous innovation in areas such as machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, and predictive analytics.

How is this Workforce Analytics Industry segmented and which is the largest segment?

The workforce analytics industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

End-user

  Retail
  BFSI
  Telecom and IT
  Healthcare
  Others


Application

  Large enterprises
  Small and medium sized enterprise


Deployment

  Cloud
  On-premise


Service

  Consulting Services
  System Integration
  Managed Services


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    Italy
    UK


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan
    South Korea


  South America



  Middle East and Africa

By End-user Insights

The retail segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. In today's dynamic retail industry, workforce management has emerged as a critical success factor for businesses aiming to stay competitive. With growing consumer demands, increasing competition from e-commerce, and the need for continuous product innovation, retailers are investing heavily In their workforce to drive business growth. This includes areas such as performance evaluation, staffing, development and training, compensation and benefits, talent management, recruitment, employee collaboration, and long-term labor issues. HR teams are leveraging advanced technologies like machine learning, blockchain, and predictive analytics to optimize workforce performance, improve productivity, and enhance employee engagement. HR data is mined to identify talent gaps, predict turnover, assess risks, and index productivity.

These insights enable real-time talent decisions, career progression, and performance improvement. HR analytics tools are used to analyze HR data and generate actionable insights, while AI and ML algorithms help automate routine HR tasks and provide data-driven recommendations. The work-from-home model and cloud-based HR solutions have become increasingly popular, offering flexibility and cost savings. Data security is a top priority, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of people data. By focusing on workforce optimization, retailers can improve employee experience, increase productivity, and retain top talent, ultimately driving business growth.

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The retail segment was valued at USD 342.20 million in 2019 and showed a gradual increase during the forecast period.

Regional Analysis

North America is estimated to contribute 33% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio's analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.

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