These 6 nations work from home the most

A Stanford University study of more than 16,000 college graduates across 40 countries shows which nations lead in remote working. On average, people work from home 1.27 days per week, with Canada topping the list at 1.9 days. The UK follows closely at 1.8, and Finland at 1.7. India, Germany and the US share fourth place with 1.6 days.

Remote work remains more common in Western countries, while Asian nations report the lowest levels. South Korea ranks last, with workers averaging just 0.5 days of home working per week.

Although remote work surged in 2022 with an average of 1.6 days per week, the numbers have slightly declined in 2023 and 2024. Still, flexible work continues to play a vital role in employee satisfaction and retention. According to the survey, 43% of businesses offer remote work options to expand their talent pool.

Men and women work from home in nearly equal proportions, but parents, especially women with children, are the most likely to prefer flexible arrangements. This demand highlights the importance of remote work in supporting work-life balance and inclusive employment practices.