Labor participation ranking 2025 — the top 20 economies
The twenty largest economies by Labor Force Participation Rate in 2025, ranked by the exact World Bank figures. The leader: Qatar (87.01%). A total of 182 economies reported a value that year.
| # | Country | % of population ages 15+ (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Qatar | 87.01% |
| 2 | Madagascar | 85.5% |
| 3 | Solomon Islands | 84.3% |
| 4 | Tanzania | 83.72% |
| 5 | Nigeria | 82.52% |
| 6 | Cambodia | 82.39% |
| 7 | Korea, Dem. People's Rep. | 82.15% |
| 8 | Uganda | 80.03% |
| 9 | Niger | 79.74% |
| 10 | Mozambique | 78.71% |
| 11 | Bolivia | 78.63% |
| 12 | United Arab Emirates | 78.59% |
| 13 | Eritrea | 78.35% |
| 14 | Burundi | 78.26% |
| 15 | Liberia | 76.58% |
| 16 | Benin | 76.36% |
| 17 | Iceland | 74.93% |
| 18 | Angola | 74.79% |
| 19 | Bahamas, The | 73.78% |
| 20 | Central African Republic | 73.39% |
Where are they now?
The top five of 2025 and their rank in the latest published year:
| Country | Rank in 2025 | 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 2025?
Qatar, with 87.01% (% of population ages 15+).
How many countries are included?
182 economies reported a value for SL.TLF.CACT.ZS in 2025. Coverage widens over time — earlier years include fewer reporting economies.