Labor participation ranking 2024 — the top 20 economies
The twenty largest economies by Labor Force Participation Rate in 2024, ranked by the exact World Bank figures. The leader: Qatar (87.22%). A total of 182 economies reported a value that year.
| # | Country | % of population ages 15+ (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qatar | 87.22% |
| 2 | Madagascar | 85.48% |
| 3 | Solomon Islands | 84.28% |
| 4 | Tanzania | 83.75% |
| 5 | Nigeria | 82.57% |
| 6 | Cambodia | 82.37% |
| 7 | Korea, Dem. People's Rep. | 82.16% |
| 8 | Uganda | 79.97% |
| 9 | Niger | 79.56% |
| 10 | Mozambique | 78.78% |
| 11 | Burundi | 78.49% |
| 12 | United Arab Emirates | 78.48% |
| 13 | Eritrea | 78.34% |
| 14 | Bolivia | 78.33% |
| 15 | Liberia | 76.61% |
| 16 | Benin | 76.27% |
| 17 | Iceland | 75.15% |
| 18 | Angola | 74.88% |
| 19 | Bahamas, The | 74% |
| 20 | Kuwait | 73.56% |
Where are they now?
The top five of 2024 and their rank in the latest published year:
| Country | Rank in 2024 | Rank today |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | #1 | #1 |
| Madagascar | #2 | #2 |
| Solomon Islands | #3 | #3 |
| Tanzania | #4 | #4 |
| Nigeria | #5 | #5 |
Other years
Frequently asked questions
Which country had the largest Labor participation in 2024?
Qatar, with 87.22% (% of population ages 15+).
How many countries are included?
182 economies reported a value for SL.TLF.CACT.ZS in 2024. Coverage widens over time — earlier years include fewer reporting economies.