One in Four U.S. Knowledge Workers Now Freelance, Projected to Earn $1.5 Trillion in 2024

One in Four U.S. Knowledge Workers Now Freelance, Projected to Earn $1.5 Trillion in 2024

A recent report shows that over 28% of U.S. knowledge workers are now freelancing, contributing a staggering $1.5 trillion to the economy in 2024. This data is part of the inaugural Future Workforce Index, which explores the increasing significance of skilled freelancers in the American labor market. The findings emphasize a shift towards flexible, AI-enhanced work models, positioning freelancers at the forefront of technology adoption, continuo…

Upwork Report Finds One in Four U.S. Knowledge Workers Now Freelance, Earning $1.5 Trillion in 2024

A new report from Upwork reveals that more than one in four U.S. knowledge workers—28%—are now working independently, generating $1.5 trillion in earnings in 2024. The findings are part of the company’s inaugural Future Workforce Index, published by the Upwork Research Institute, which analyzes the evolving role of skilled freelancers in the U.S. workforce. The report highlights a growing shift toward flexible, AI-driven work models and identifi…