What is the US staffing market size in 2026?

The US staffing industry is forecast to reach $180.2 billion in 2026, growing 1% year-over-year according to SIA's March 2026 forecast. This marks the first growth after three consecutive years of decline (2023-2025).

What is the Canadian staffing market size?

The Canadian staffing industry is estimated at $14.2 billion, growing 3.8% year-over-year according to ACSESS (Association of Canadian Search, Employment and Staffing Services).

What is the fastest growing staffing segment in 2026?

Locum tenens is the fastest growing staffing segment in 2026, with revenue forecast to grow 5% to $9.6 billion according to SIA. Education staffing is also growing at 5% to $3.2 billion.

How is AI impacting the staffing industry?

According to Bullhorn's GRID 2026 report, 88% of staffing firms now use some form of AI. Top-performing agencies using AI-powered platforms are 4x more likely to be industry leaders, with 58% faster time-to-fill and 34% higher fill rates.

What is a staffing RFP?

A staffing RFP (Request for Proposal) is a formal document issued by organizations to solicit bids from staffing agencies for temporary, contract, or direct-hire workforce services. It typically includes company requirements, scope of services, compliance requirements, evaluation criteria, and pricing structure.

What are typical staffing agency bill rates in 2026?

Bill rates vary by role and market. In the US, light industrial workers bill at $24-30/hr, registered nurses at $57-84/hr, IT help desk at $33-44/hr, and software developers at $66-125/hr. Markups typically range from 30-50% over pay rates depending on the role and segment.

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