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Outsourcing to United States (Homeshoring)

oConomy: Live info and charts on global outsourcing trends in the United States. View trends by skill, industry growth and popular IT and admin providers.

Overview

The United States remains one of the best markets for talent in technical and design work. World-class universities and a highly educated workforce contribute to the country's success. The US has the highest number of providers on the oDesk network, highest average feedback rating, and skyrocketing growth in the number of providers. Homesourcing, a combination of outsourcing and telecommuting, continues to gain momentum. According to researcher IDC, homesourcing is expanding by 20% per year and "is on track to explode."

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Total Providers: Average Hourly Rate Charge: Average Feedback Score:
107,534 $17.59 4.48
USA Hourly Rates Vs. All Providers

USA Feedback Scores Vs. All Providers

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Population:
301 Million
Languages
Main:
English (251M speakers)
Minority:
Spanish (28M speakers)
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