Who You’ll Find in Coworking Spaces

Source: North One, “20 Essential Coworking Statistics to Know in 2024”

Spoiler alert: It’s not just laptop warriors, digital nomads, or side hustlers. Coworking spaces are home to a whole mix of professionals—and the stats prove it:

👩‍💻 Freelancers & Solopreneurs – 41% of coworking users are their own boss, proving that coworking isn’t just about desk space—it’s about community and connection. You’ve got your own business, now find your people!

💼 Corporate Employees – 36% of employees at big companies now cowork regularly. Yep, the office is changing, and coworking spaces are the new hybrid home. Get ready for even more corporate folks joining the party!

🚀 Entrepreneurs & Small Teams – Flexible, inspiring, and way better than a noisy coffee shop or sterile office space. Why settle for boring when you can cowork somewhere cool?

🎨 Creatives, Consultants & Remote Workers – Writers, designers, strategists, and anyone who thrives on fresh ideas, quiet focus, and occasional brainstorming sessions. Coworking space? More like idea lab.

👩‍🔬 Remote Workers & Hybrid Professionals – With flexibility becoming the norm, many professionals split their time between home and coworking spaces for a change of pace and increased productivity. It’s the best of both worlds—remote work with a side of social!

👶 Millennials & Gen Z Lead the Way – The average coworking user is 36 years old, and trends show that the majority—62%—belong to these generations. But don't forget Gen X (ahem ahem) – we’re representing at 33%! Boomers, we see you too, making up 5% of users. The coworking revolution is a total generational mashup!

💁‍♀️ Women Are Leading the Charge – 46% of coworking space users are women, highlighting the strong and growing presence of women in professional spaces outside the traditional office setting. Get it, Barbie.

The Benefits of Coworking

And if you needed more convincing, here’s what members say about being part of a coworking space:

🥰 80% turn to fellow members for help & support (because teamwork makes the dream work)
🤝 82% expand their professional networks (hello, new opportunities!)
🫶 84% feel less lonely (no more working in isolation)
🤩 84% feel more engaged & motivated when they’re coworking (it’s that magic coworking vibe)
🤗 89% are happier overall! 😊 (The coworking glow-up is real!)

With Rec Room opening this fall, and we can’t wait to see who shows up! We’ll be tracking our own stats and updating this with real numbers once we have them.

Did anything surprise or comfort you? Let us know! 👇