Market overview
The global staffing services market is worth USD 690 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.1 tn by 2036, growing at a 4.5% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Temporary and contract staffing is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Revenue earned by staffing firms from temporary, contract and permanent placement of workers, including payroll, executive search and recruitment process services. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Services and Utilities |
| Value 2025 | USD 660 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 690 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.1 tn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 81.6 million workers |
| Volume 2036 | 99.0 million workers |
| Average price 2026 | USD 8,456 per worker |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Staffing Services market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 690 bn |
| 2027 | USD 721 bn |
| 2028 | USD 753 bn |
| 2029 | USD 787 bn |
| 2030 | USD 822 bn |
| 2031 | USD 859 bn |
| 2032 | USD 898 bn |
| 2033 | USD 939 bn |
| 2034 | USD 981 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.0 tn |
| 2036 | USD 1.1 tn |
Staffing Services market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporary and contract staffing | 68.0% | 63.3% | USD 469 bn | 3.8% |
| Permanent placement | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 96.6 bn | 5.3% |
| Professional and IT staffing | 12.0% | 14.9% | USD 82.8 bn | 6.8% |
| Outsourced recruitment and payroll | 6.0% | 6.8% | USD 41.4 bn | 5.8% |
By sector
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial and logistics | 30.0% | 28.3% | USD 207 bn | 3.9% |
| Office and administrative | 20.0% | 17.9% | USD 138 bn | 3.4% |
| IT and engineering | 20.0% | 22.8% | USD 138 bn | 5.9% |
| Healthcare | 14.0% | 15.9% | USD 96.6 bn | 5.9% |
| Other | 16.0% | 15.1% | USD 110 bn | 3.9% |
By worker category
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue-collar workers | 46.0% | 43.0% | USD 317 bn | 3.8% |
| Office and clerical workers | 22.0% | 21.0% | USD 152 bn | 4.0% |
| Technical and IT professionals | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 138 bn | 5.5% |
| Healthcare and specialist professionals | 12.0% | 14.0% | USD 82.8 bn | 6.1% |
By contract duration
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 3 months | 36.0% | 34.0% | USD 248 bn | 3.9% |
| 3 to 12 months | 44.0% | 44.0% | USD 303 bn | 4.5% |
| Over 12 months | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 138 bn | 5.5% |
By client size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large enterprises | 54.0% | 51.0% | USD 372 bn | 3.9% |
| Mid-sized firms | 28.0% | 29.0% | USD 193 bn | 4.9% |
| Small firms | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 124 bn | 5.6% |
Top 25 countries for staffing services by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 79.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.5%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 207 bn | 30.0% | USD 315 bn | 4.3% |
| 2 | Japan | USD 89.7 bn | 13.0% | USD 130 bn | 3.8% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | USD 55.2 bn | 8.0% | USD 80.3 bn | 3.8% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 41.4 bn | 6.0% | USD 56.8 bn | 3.2% |
| 5 | France | USD 41.4 bn | 6.0% | USD 56.8 bn | 3.2% |
| 6 | China | USD 34.5 bn | 5.0% | USD 63.2 bn | 6.2% |
| 7 | Australia | USD 20.7 bn | 3.0% | USD 31.1 bn | 4.2% |
| 8 | Netherlands | USD 20.7 bn | 3.0% | USD 30.0 bn | 3.8% |
| 9 | Italy | USD 17.2 bn | 2.5% | USD 24.6 bn | 3.6% |
| 10 | India | USD 17.2 bn | 2.5% | USD 50.3 bn | 11.3% |
| 11 | South Korea | USD 16.6 bn | 2.4% | USD 25.7 bn | 4.5% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 12.5 bn | 1.8% | USD 19.4 bn | 4.5% |
| 13 | Canada | USD 10.0 bn | 1.4% | USD 15.5 bn | 4.5% |
| 14 | Brazil | USD 8.6 bn | 1.2% | USD 14.7 bn | 5.5% |
| 15 | Mexico | USD 7.6 bn | 1.1% | USD 13.0 bn | 5.5% |
| 16 | Sweden | USD 6.8 bn | 1.0% | USD 10.6 bn | 4.5% |
| 17 | Switzerland | USD 6.3 bn | 0.9% | USD 9.7 bn | 4.5% |
| 18 | Belgium | USD 5.9 bn | 0.8% | USD 9.1 bn | 4.5% |
| 19 | Singapore | USD 5.4 bn | 0.8% | USD 8.5 bn | 4.5% |
| 20 | Poland | USD 5.2 bn | 0.8% | USD 8.0 bn | 4.5% |
| 21 | Ireland | USD 4.9 bn | 0.7% | USD 7.6 bn | 4.5% |
| 22 | South Africa | USD 4.7 bn | 0.7% | USD 7.3 bn | 4.5% |
| 23 | United Arab Emirates | USD 4.5 bn | 0.7% | USD 7.7 bn | 5.6% |
| 24 | Turkey | USD 4.3 bn | 0.6% | USD 7.3 bn | 5.5% |
| 25 | Philippines | USD 4.1 bn | 0.6% | USD 7.1 bn | 5.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 37.6 bn | 5.5% | USD 62.3 bn | 5.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Randstad
- Adecco Group
- ManpowerGroup
- Recruit Holdings
- Persol Holdings
- Robert Half
- Allegis Group
- Gi Group Holding
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Hays
- Kelly Services
- ASGN
- TrueBlue
- PageGroup
- Kforce
- Insight Global
- AMN Healthcare
- Cross Country Healthcare
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Quess Corp
- TeamLease Services
- Volt Information Sciences
- Barrett Business Services
- Instawork
- Wonolo
- Indeed Flex
- Aya Healthcare
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the staffing services market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by sector, by worker category, by contract duration, by client size. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the staffing services market?
The global staffing services market is estimated at USD 660 bn in 2025 and USD 690 bn in 2026.
How fast will the staffing services market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.1 tn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 381 bn.
Which country is the largest market for staffing services?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 207 bn in 2026, 30.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 51.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 11.3% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which staffing services segment is largest?
In the by type split, Temporary and contract staffing is the largest segment with 68.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading staffing services companies?
Global leaders include Randstad, Adecco Group, ManpowerGroup, Recruit Holdings.
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