Q3 2025 Remote Work Index

As hybrid work continues to be common in many office jobs, many companies that previously permitted flexible or mostly remote work are now gradually increasing the number of days employees are required to be in the office. Despite the shift toward more structured hybrid work or scheduled attendance, peak office occupancy has not seen a significant change. 

Consequently, there is no urgent need to expand corporate real estate footprints.  However, there is a greater requirement for intentional space planning and optimization of collaborative areas and shared spaces.

Overall, there have been moderate changes in the data tracked for the Cresa Remote Work Index. Many of these changes have occurred in the margins, as hybrid work patterns have led to employees spending more days in the office. 

Owl Labs reports that 73 percent of hybrid workers are in the office for three or four days a week. Kastle Systems noted a modest increase in weekly peak occupancy over the past two years. And public transit ridership saw a rise in the last quarter. 

Meanwhile, the Flex Index indicates that companies are still offering flexibility at levels comparable to a year ago.

Four years have passed since we tapered COVID-19 restrictions. And, it has now become evident that most organizations are not reverting to full in-office attendance. This is despite several high-profile firms, such as Dell Technologies and JP Morgan, announcing plans to do so. 

Data reveals considerable pushback from employees, with 76 percent stating they would seek new job opportunities if remote or hybrid work options were eliminated.

Check out our Q3 2025 U.S. Office Market report for a deeper look into how the current economy is impacting office tenants.