20 Remote Work Statistics for 2026

Overview

Remote work has evolved from a pandemic necessity to a permanent fixture of the modern workplace. This report compiles 20 verified statistics from leading research organizations to help you understand the current state of remote and hybrid work, employee preferences, and future trends.

Key Statistics

28.2%

Full-time employees working a hybrid model (splitting time between home and office)

Source: OfficeRnD Hybrid Work Report, 2024

12.7%

Full-time employees working from home exclusively

Source: OfficeRnD, 2024

36.2 million

Americans expected to be working remotely by 2025

Source: U.S. Career Institute, 2024

98%

Workers who would prefer to work remotely at least some of the time

Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026

93%

Employers conducting remote interviews who plan to continue doing so

Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026

75%

Employed adults who will work from home at least some of the time in 2025

Source: Pew Research Center, 2025

Detailed Findings

Current Remote Work Arrangements

12.7% — Full-time employees who work from home exclusively (Source: OfficeRnD Hybrid Work Trends Report, 2024)
28.2% — Full-time employees working a hybrid model (splitting time between home and office) (Source: OfficeRnD, 2024)
7.8% — Full-time employees working fully remotely according to senior management at U.S. firms (Source: Backlinko survey of 1,500 executives, 2025)
20.9% — Employees in hybrid mode according to senior management at U.S. firms (Source: Backlinko, 2025)
36.2 million — Americans expected to be working remotely by 2025, up significantly from pre-pandemic levels (Source: U.S. Career Institute, 2024)
75% — Employed adults who will work from home at least some of the time in 2025 (Source: Pew Research Center via Pumble, 2025)

Remote vs. Hybrid vs. On-Site Distribution

Q4 2024 breakdown: 61% fully on-site, 24% hybrid, 15% fully remote (Source: Robert Half, 2024)
Q2 2025 breakdown: 64% fully on-site, 22% hybrid, 14% fully remote (Source: Robert Half, 2025)
Trend: — Hybrid work is increasing while fully on-site is gradually declining, with fully remote holding relatively steady (Source: Robert Half, 2025)

Employee Preferences

98% — Current workers who would prefer to work remotely at least some of the time (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)
50% — Workers who prefer a hybrid option when asked about office, hybrid, or fully remote (Source: Yello State of Campus Recruiting via Select Software Reviews, 2024)
31% — Workers who prefer fully remote work (Source: Yello via Select Software Reviews, 2024)
68% — Remote workers who have had a positive experience when away from the office (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)
98% — Remote workers who would recommend remote work to others (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)

Remote Work Locations

82% — Remote workers who are actively working from the comfort of their own home (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)
64% — Current remote workers considered fully remote (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)
18% — Remote workers in hybrid or remote-first roles (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)

Remote Hiring and Interviews

93% — Employers who conduct remote interviews and plan to continue doing so in the future (Source: Select Software Reviews, 2026)
80%+ — Respondents who cite location as an important factor when considering where to apply or which offer to accept (Source: Yello via Select Software Reviews, 2024)

What This Means for You

Hybrid Is the New Normal

With 28.2% of full-time employees in hybrid arrangements and 50% of workers preferring hybrid options, the hybrid model has become the dominant flexible work arrangement. When job searching, look for roles that offer at least some remote flexibility — 75% of employed adults now work from home at least part-time.

Remote Work Is Here to Stay

Despite some companies pushing for return-to-office, the numbers show remote work is permanent: 36.2 million Americans will be working remotely by 2025, 98% of workers want to work remotely at least some of the time, and 98% of remote workers would recommend it to others. This isn't a temporary trend.

Location Still Matters

Even in a remote-friendly world, 80%+ of candidates cite location as important. This now includes questions like "How many days in office?" and "Where are office locations?" rather than just "Is it remote?" Companies offering flexibility have a significant recruiting advantage.

Prepare for Remote Interviews

With 93% of employers conducting remote interviews planning to continue, virtual interview skills are essential. Invest in good lighting, a quality webcam and microphone, a professional background, and practice looking at the camera to simulate eye contact.

Positive Experiences Drive Adoption

68% of remote workers report positive experiences, and the overwhelming recommendation rate (98%) suggests that once people experience quality remote work, they rarely want to go back. If you're considering a remote role, the data suggests you'll likely be satisfied with the arrangement.

Methodology

This report synthesizes data from authoritative employment research organizations, workplace consultancies, and academic institutions tracking remote work trends from 2024-2026. All statistics are verified and cited with source and publication date. Primary data sources include:

Robert Half's quarterly Remote Work Statistics and Trends reports
OfficeRnD's 2024 Hybrid Work Trends Report
Pew Research Center employment studies (2025)
Select Software Reviews Applicant Tracking System Statistics (2026)
Backlinko Remote Work Stats survey of business executives (2025)
Yello State of Campus Recruiting report (2024)
WFH Research (Work From Home Research)