Countries with the Highest Labor Force Participation Rate (2025)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2025
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Qatar leads with labor force participation (%) of 87.0%.
Madagascar ranks #2 at 85.5%.
Solomon Islands ranks #3 at 84.3%.
Tanzania ranks #4 at 83.7%.
Nigeria ranks #5 at 82.5%.
Top 25 Countries by Labor Force Participation (%)
| # | Country | Labor Force Participation (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Qatar | 87.0% | 2025 |
| 2 |  Madagascar | 85.5% | 2025 |
| 3 |  Solomon Islands | 84.3% | 2025 |
| 4 |  Tanzania | 83.7% | 2025 |
| 5 |  Nigeria | 82.5% | 2025 |
| 6 |  Cambodia | 82.4% | 2025 |
| 7 |  Korea, Dem. People's Rep. | 82.2% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Uganda | 80.0% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Niger | 79.7% | 2025 |
| 10 |  Mozambique | 78.7% | 2025 |
| 11 |  Bolivia | 78.6% | 2025 |
| 12 |  United Arab Emirates | 78.6% | 2025 |
| 13 |  Eritrea | 78.3% | 2025 |
| 14 |  Burundi | 78.3% | 2025 |
| 15 |  Liberia | 76.6% | 2025 |
| 16 |  Benin | 76.4% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Iceland | 74.9% | 2025 |
| 18 |  Angola | 74.8% | 2025 |
| 19 |  Bahamas, The | 73.8% | 2025 |
| 20 |  South Sudan | 73.4% | 2023 |
| 21 |  Central African Republic | 73.4% | 2025 |
| 22 |  Kuwait | 73.4% | 2025 |
| 23 |  Peru | 72.9% | 2025 |
| 24 |  Viet Nam | 72.8% | 2025 |
| 25 |  Moldova | 72.3% | 2025 |
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FAQ
What is the highest labor force participation (%) in 2025?
Qatar has the highest labor force participation (%) at 87.0% in 2025.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 187 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.