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Manufacturing in the US - Employment (2021-2031)
There are xx employees in the Manufacturing industry in the US, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. The Manufacturing sector includes operators engaged in the transformation of raw inputs into new products using mechanical, physical or chemical processes. Additionally, assemblage of component parts into new, complex goods is included in this sector, except where they should be considered construction (IBISWorld report 23). Goods may be sold directly to end users or to wholesalers for redistribution. Harvesting, extraction, resale and publishing are also not included in this sector.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Employees
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Businesses
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Profit
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2021-2026 XX%
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| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synthetic & Natural Textile Manufacturing in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Wood Furniture Manufacturing in China |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Manufacturing in the US in 2026?
There is 11,570,262 people employed in the Manufacturing in the US as of 2026.
What is employment growth in the Manufacturing in the US in 2026?
The number of people employed in the Manufacturing in the US declined -0.0% on average over the five years between 2021 and 2026.
Is employment in the Manufacturing in the US expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Manufacturing in the US to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Manufacturing in the US employ?
The average Manufacturing in the US business is 18.6 employees.
Are businesses in the Manufacturing in the US adding employees?
The average business in the Manufacturing in the US now employs less workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Manufacturing in the US?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Manufacturing in the US has increased in the last five years.
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