Remote Work Productivity Statistics
The world of work has transformed dramatically, with remote work becoming a central pillar for businesses worldwide. As we move through 2025, the conversation about productivity in remote settings remains front and center—and the latest data reveals some eye-opening trends. This article will highlight key remote work productivity statistics to reveal how productive remote and hybrid workers are.
How Productive Are Remote Workers?
Remote work productivity statistics vary, with a mix of employees self-reporting being more productive while working remotely, and others reporting being tempted by distractions such as web surfing and online shopping.
58% of remote workers surveyed by Buffer stated they are either very or somewhat engaged with their job, 12% said they are neither engaged nor unengaged, and 30% stated they were either somewhat unengaged or very unengaged. 70% of the remote workers said working remotely made it easier to do focused work, as well as managing stress (65%), and avoiding distractions (50%).
A survey from ConnectSolutions found that of those who work remotely at least a few times per month, 77% reported greater productivity while working offsite; 30% said they accomplished more in less time and 24% said they accomplished more in the same amount of time.
Hybrid employees in a Gallup survey cite many benefits to a mixed schedule, including better work-life balance (76%), more efficient work (64%), less work burnout (61%), and higher productivity (52%).
According to Owl Lab’s 2022 State of Remote Work Report, 62% of workers feel more productive when working remotely, while only 11% feel less productive.
It’s not just the remote workers self-reporting higher productivity. 79% of managers feel their team is more productive when working remotely.That said, remote workers aren’t immune to distractions. 74.7% of U.S. workers admit to scrolling social media while they’re on the clock at home. The second most common activity was doing household chores (71.6%), followed by shopping online (69.9%), watching TV/movies (52.9%), and running errands (37.4%).
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Challenges to Remote Work Productivity
Communication & Collaboration
Communication and collaboration are persistent challenges to remote work productivity. Although remote work offers flexibility, it often lacks the spontaneous face-to-face interactions that foster efficient teamwork and quick problem-solving in traditional office settings.
30% of remote workers surveyed by Buffer in 2023 stated that collaboration was more difficult when working remotely. Furthermore, among those working 100% remotely, limited connection with colleagues is a top concern for more than half (51%).
Blurred Work-Life Boundaries
Blurred work-life boundaries present a significant challenge to remote work productivity because they make it difficult for employees to clearly separate their professional responsibilities from their personal lives. 47% of remote workers are concerned about blurred work-life boundaries, while 34% worry about the constant expectation to be “on” or available.
Ensuring Accountability & Productivity
Remote workers in a report from Buffer identify that there are certain things that are just easier to do when remote, especially focused work (70%), managing stress (65%), and avoiding distractions (50%).
That said, the lack of visibility can lead remote workers to become distracted. Many remote workers admit to spending work hours on non-work activities: 75% scroll social media, 70% shop online, and 53% watch shows or movies while on the clock.
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More Remote Work Productivity Statistics
| Statistic | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 62% of managers say that hybrid employees are more productive than those that only work in-office. | Owl Labs | 2024 |
| 46% of workers said their companies added or increased usage of employee productivity tracking software in the past year. | Owl Labs | 2024 |
| 56% of managers of remote/hybrid employees feel that their team is missing out on impromptu feedback and development opportunities. | Owl Labs | 2024 |
| 48% of hybrid employees report their employer monitors them as opposed to 37% of fully remote employees. | Forbes | 2024 |
| 83% of employees surveyed by McKinsey cite the ability to work more efficiently and productively as a primary benefit of working remotely. | McKinsey | 2024 |
| 43% of workers able to work from home say they are more productive when working from home, and 14% say they are less productive. | Stanford (SIEPR) | 2023 |
| 57% of working-age Canadians say they believe workers are just as, if not more, productive at home compared to on site. | HR Reporter | 2025 |
| 3 in 10 Americans (35.3%) say they have moved their mouse around on the clock so that their status showed “active” while they were doing something besides working. | Upgraded Points | 2023 |
| 1 in 7 Americans (12.8%) admit they only work for about 3 to 4 hours on average each day when working remotely. | Upgraded Points | 2023 |
| 81% of Canadians believe remote work is good for workers, and two-thirds say it boosts productivity. | PSAC Union | 2024 |
| In a survey of 4,400 U.S. employees, those who work remotely were 27% more likely to report looking forward to their work, and 22% more likely to say people give extra effort at their company. Remote workers were also 19% more likely to report a healthy work–life balance. | Great Place To Work | 2024 |
| 79% of managers feel their team is more productive when working remotely. | U.S. Career Institute | 2024 |
| 58% of hybrid remote workers are “coffee badging”— going to the office for a few hours to show their face before heading home—instead of working full days at the office. | U.S. Career Institute | 2024 |
| 74.7% of U.S. workers admit to scrolling social media while they’re on the clock at home. The second most common activity was doing household chores (71.6%), followed by shopping online (69.9%), watching TV/movies (52.9%), and running errands (37.4%). | U.S. Career Institute | 2024 |
| 61% of workers surveyed by Bospar in December 2024 report being more productive working from home; 34% maintain equal productivity levels at home vs. office; only 5% report lower productivity at home. | Bospar | 2024 |
| Of all new teleworkers, More than half (58%) reported accomplishing about the same amount of work per hour while roughly one third (32%) reported accomplishing more work per hour. The remaining 10% mentioned that they accomplished less work per hour while working at home. | Statistics Canada | 2021 |
| Of all employees who reported doing more work per hour, 57% preferred working most or all their hours at home. | Statistics Canada | 2021 |
| At the beginning of the pandemic, 70 percent of small business owners perceived a productivity dip due to remote work, but this pattern reversed in subsequent surveys, with the median owner reporting a positive productivity impact by early 2021. | Statistics Canada | 2021 |
| The ability to work remotely increases employee happiness by as much as 20%. | Tracking Happiness | 2022 |
| Working from home saved workers around the world an average of 72 minutes in commute time every day in 2021 and 2022. | Axios | 2022 |
| Remote workers in a report from Buffer identify that there are certain things that are just easier to do when remote, especially focused work (70%), managing stress (65%), and avoiding distractions (50%). | Buffer | 2023 |
| 58% of remote workers feel engaged in their job, while 30% are somewhat or very unengaged. | Buffer | 2023 |
| Of those who work remotely at least a few times per month, 77% reported greater productivity while working offsite; 30% said they accomplished more in less time and 24% said they accomplished more in the same amount of time. | SHRM | 2015 |
| Hybrid employees in a Gallup survey cite many benefits to a mixed schedule, including better work-life balance (76%), more efficient work (64%), less work burnout (61%), and higher productivity (52%). | Gallup | 2025 |
| 62% of workers feel more productive when working remotely, while only 11% feel less productive. | Owl Labs | 2022 |
| 47% of remote workers are concerned about blurred work-life boundaries. | The Conference Board | 2022 |
| One-third (34 percent) of remote workers worry about the constant expectation to be “on” or available. | The Conference Board | 2022 |
| In 2025, over 32.6 million Americans work remotely, representing 22% of the workforce. | Neat.no | 2025 |
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Derek B
Customer Success Manager, CurrentWare
Derek is a Customer Success Manager at CurrentWare, dedicated to helping clients realize long-term value from their products. Since 2016, he has worked in the tech sector, driving real ROI through tailored onboarding, proactive support, and strategic guidance on critical solutions like software licence optimization, employee productivity, web filtering and USB device control. Derek fosters strong relationships and cross-functional collaboration to boost retention, satisfaction, and growth, ensuring clients effectively manage productivity and security.
