Number of Agents and Managers for Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Other Public Figures Businesses in the US (2000–2023)
As of 2023
3,761
agents and managers for artists, athletes, entertainers, and other public figures businesses in the United States
Number of Firms Over Time
Total Employment Over Time
Key Insights
- •The agents and managers for artists, athletes, entertainers, and other public figures industry has grown 52.6% since 2000 (from 2,464 to 3,761 firms).
- •The peak year was 2023 with 3,761 firms.
- •Recent trend (last 5 years): the industry is growing (+15.7%).
- •Employment: 27,281 workers in 2023 (70.6% change since 2000).
- •Estimated 5-year survival rate: 53%.
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Firms | Establishments | Employment | Entry Rate | Exit Rate | Net Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3,761 | 3,920 | 27,281 | 16.0% | 11.9% | +11.1% |
| 2022 | 3,605 | 3,757 | 24,553 | 24.3% | 13.1% | +18.3% |
| 2021 | 3,205 | 3,348 | 20,314 | 16.9% | 20.8% | -20.7% |
| 2020 | 3,343 | 3,491 | 25,120 | 15.7% | 12.6% | +9.4% |
| 2019 | 3,251 | 3,389 | 23,094 | 15.1% | 11.9% | +2.3% |
| 2018 | 3,155 | 3,282 | 22,355 | 13.1% | 11.5% | +5.2% |
| 2017 | 3,092 | 3,232 | 21,219 | 13.5% | 13.1% | +5.7% |
| 2016 | 3,024 | 3,205 | 20,340 | 16.2% | 11.6% | +2.4% |
| 2015 | 2,967 | 3,097 | 19,991 | 13.8% | 11.6% | +0.4% |
| 2014 | 2,921 | 3,035 | 19,903 | 14.8% | 13.1% | +9.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Business Dynamics Statistics (BDS). Entry/exit rates refer to establishment openings and closings.