Graph and download economic data for Labor Force Participation Rate - Women (LNS11300002) from Jan 1948 to Sep 2025 about females, participation, 16 years +, labor force, labor, household survey, rate, and USA.

This graph shows the unadjusted female labor force participation rate in the United States from 1990 to 2023. In 2023, about 57.3 percent of the female labor force participated in the job market.

Context

In the intricate tapestry of gender disparities, the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) serves as a crucial thread that weaves through the fabric of economic activity. Examining LFPR through the lens of the Gender Inequality Index (GII) sheds light on the distinctive experiences of men and women in the workforce, unraveling disparities and inequities that persist in our societies.

Male Labour Force Participation Rate: For men, the LFPR becomes a gauge of economic engagement and contribution to societal progress. Traditionally, societal expectations have often encouraged a high male LFPR, positioning men as primary breadwinners. The index, when analyzed within the context of GII, reveals not only the quantity but also the quality of male participation in the workforce. High LFPR for men might suggest economic activity, but it doesn't necessarily capture the nuances of workplace gender dynamics, occupational segregation, or disparities in income.

Female Labour Force Participation Rate: Conversely, the LFPR for women emerges as a pivotal indicator of empowerment and gender equality. A rising female LFPR signals a departure from traditional norms, reflecting increased opportunities, access to education, and a broader recognition of women's roles in society. However, the GII prompts a deeper examination, delving into the quality of female participation. Disparities may persist in terms of wage gaps, representation in leadership roles, and challenges related to work-life balance.

Content

This dataset provides comprehensive historical data on gender development indicators at a global level. It includes essential columns such as ISO3 (the ISO3 code for each country/territory), Country (the name of the country or territory), Continent (the continent where the country is located), Hemisphere (the hemisphere in which the country is situated), Human Development Groups, UNDP Developing Regions, HDI Rank (2021) representing the Human Development Index Rank for the year 2021 and Labour force participation rate for male and female (% ages 15 and older) spanning from 1990 to 2021.

Dataset Glossary (Column-wise)

• ISO3 - ISO3 for the Country/Territory
• Country - Name of the Country/Territory
• Continent - Name of the Continent
• Hemisphere - Name of the Hemisphere
• Human Development Groups - Human Development Groups
• UNDP Developing Regions - UNDP Developing Regions
• HDI Rank (2021) - Human Development Index Rank for 2021
• Labour force participation rate, male and female (% ages 15 and older) from 1990 to 2021 - Labour force participation rate for male and female from 1990 to 2021

Data Dictionary

• UNDP Developing Regions:
  • SSA - Sub-Saharan Africa
  • LAC - Latin America and the Caribbean
  • EAP - East Asia and the Pacific
  • AS - Arab States
  • ECA - Europe and Central Asia
  • SA - South Asia

Structure of the Dataset

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Acknowledgement

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The average for 2024 based on 176 countries was 51.13 percent. The highest value was in Madagascar: 82.56 percent and the lowest value was in Yemen: 4.91 percent. The indicator is available from 1990 to 2024. Below is a chart for all countries where data are available.

United States US: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data was reported at 81.641 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 81.668 % for 2016. United States US: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data is updated yearly, averaging 80.555 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2017, with 28 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 82.223 % in 2010 and a record low of 74.649 % in 1990. United States US: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.World Bank.WDI: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15 and older that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period. Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate is calculated by dividing female labor force participation rate by male labor force participation rate and multiplying by 100.; ; Derived using data from International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; Data up to 2016 are estimates while data from 2017 are projections. National estimates are also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

Graph and download economic data for Labor Force Participation Rate - 20 Yrs. & over, White Women (LNS11300029) from Jan 1954 to Sep 2025 about 20 years +, white, females, participation, labor force, labor, household survey, rate, and USA.

In 2024, around **** percent of the male population and **** percent of the female population aged 15 years and above in Japan were in the workforce nationally. The labor force participation rate among women reached the highest share since 1973. Female employment rate Japan’s employment rate, the share of people who are employed among the total population aged 15 years and above, rose to **** percent in the same year. It was mainly a higher share of ***** in employment that contributed to the overall increase in the employment rate in 2024. Despite the female employment rate reaching an all-time high, a significantly larger share of women, over **** of female employees, were in non-regular employment, such as part-time and temporary work. Distinctive work patterns of women shaped by Japan’s labor market and corporate culture are one of the reasons for its gender gap when it comes to equal economic participation. Women’s work patterns One of these work patterns is the M-shaped curve of female labor participation. The curve reflects the trend that female labor force participation peaks in the age group of ** to **-year-olds and then falls, as women drop out of the workforce upon life events such as marriage and childbirth, only to reenter the workforce at a later stage. This curve has gradually flattened in recent years, as fewer women left the workforce in their ********. However, the so-called L-shaped curve of women in regular employment suggests that instead, fewer women stay in regular employment. The percentage of women working in regular full-time jobs peaks in the age bracket of ** to **-year-olds and then declines steadily. This makes women less likely to enter leadership positions.

Switzerland Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data was reported at 79.686 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 79.545 % for 2016. Switzerland Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data is updated yearly, averaging 74.079 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2017, with 28 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 79.686 % in 2017 and a record low of 68.604 % in 1991. Switzerland Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Switzerland – Table CH.World Bank.WDI: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15-64 that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; Data up to 2016 are estimates while data from 2017 are projections. National estimates are also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

In 2024, the female labor force participation rate in Singapore was at 62.8 percent. This places Singapore behind countries in the APAC region like Vietnam and New Zealand. Demand for female labor Women's participation rate in the labor force varies with age. From the ages of 25 to 29, the labor force participation rate of males and females in Singapore is comparable. The gender gap in the local labor force only emerges when women enter their 30s. Generally, however, the men were more active in the workforce than women. This too is reflected in the boardroom. In 2019, just 18.4 percent of members of boards of directors in Singapore were women. Female labor force and an aging population In the face of a rapidly aging population, there is a higher demand for labor in Singapore’s workforce. The labor force participation rate for women aged 65 years and older increased by almost ten percent in the past decade . Measures were introduced by some firms in recent years to ease women’s participation in the workforce. This includes ad hoc flexible work arrangements, such as unplanned time-off and telecommuting. Singapore has also implemented several enhanced maternity benefits and leave schemes for working parents.

Graph and download economic data for Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Labor Force Participation Rate Female: From 25 to 54 Years for United States (LRAC25FEUSM156S) from Jan 1955 to Aug 2025 about 25 to 54 years, females, participation, labor force, labor, rate, and USA.

Cameroon CM: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data was reported at 77.454 % in 2021. This records a decrease from the previous number of 86.698 % for 2014. Cameroon CM: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data is updated yearly, averaging 79.188 % from Dec 1976 (Median) to 2021, with 12 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 91.407 % in 2007 and a record low of 57.910 % in 1982. Cameroon CM: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Cameroon – Table CM.World Bank.WDI: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15 and older that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period. Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate is calculated by dividing female labor force participation rate by male labor force participation rate and multiplying by 100.;World Bank, World Development Indicators database. Estimates are based on data obtained from International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT at https://ilostat.ilo.org/data/.;Weighted average;The series for ILO estimates is also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

Poland PL: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data was reported at 74.300 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 74.575 % for 2016. Poland PL: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data is updated yearly, averaging 76.169 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 30 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 78.579 % in 2001 and a record low of 68.010 % in 1960. Poland PL: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Ratio of Female to Male data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Poland – Table PL.World Bank.WDI: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15 and older that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period. Ratio of female to male labor force participation rate is calculated by dividing female labor force participation rate by male labor force participation rate and multiplying by 100.; ; Derived using data from International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; The series for ILO estimates is also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

In 2024, the female labor force participation rate in Egypt amounted to ***** percent. Between 1990 and 2024, the figure dropped by **** percentage points, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory.

In 2024, approximately **** percent of women in South Korea aged 15 years and older participated in the labor force, marking a slight increase from the previous year. The female labor force participation rate in South Korea has steadily risen in recent years. However, it remains significantly below the average of the member countries of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).
South Korean women in the labor market An increasing number of women in South Korea are entering the labor market. However, they remain significantly underrepresented. For example, the share of female managers is still low, and despite some progress in recent years, women are underrepresented in fields such as law and politics. This inequality is also evident in the pay gap. South Korean women earn, on average, ** percent less than their male counterparts. Gender equality South Korea's gender divide has become increasingly prominent in recent years. While there has been progress in achieving equality for women over the past few decades, disparities between men and women still exist across all areas of society. According to a survey, discrimination against women was perceived to be more widespread than discrimination against men in various settings. Around half of the respondents considered discrimination against women in the workplace to be a serious issue, while only ** percent felt the same about discrimination against men.

Iceland: Female labor force participation rate: The latest value from 2024 is 70.29 percent, a decline from 70.37 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 51.13 percent, based on data from 176 countries. Historically, the average for Iceland from 1990 to 2024 is 70.31 percent. The minimum value, 66.17 percent, was reached in 1991 while the maximum of 73.42 percent was recorded in 2000.

Vietnam VN: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data was reported at 79.283 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 79.083 % for 2016. Vietnam VN: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data is updated yearly, averaging 79.281 % from Dec 1990 (Median) to 2017, with 28 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 80.252 % in 1991 and a record low of 78.105 % in 2009. Vietnam VN: Labour Force Participation Rate: Modeled ILO Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15-64 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Vietnam – Table VN.World Bank: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15-64 that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in March 2017.; Weighted average; Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.

The female labor force participation rate in Tunisia stood at ***** percent in 2024. Between 1990 and 2024, the rate rose by **** percentage points, though the increase followed an uneven trajectory rather than a consistent upward trend.

Djibouti: Female labor force participation rate: The latest value from 2024 is 18.72 percent, an increase from 18.67 percent in 2023. In comparison, the world average is 51.13 percent, based on data from 176 countries. Historically, the average for Djibouti from 1990 to 2024 is 17.22 percent. The minimum value, 16.03 percent, was reached in 1990 while the maximum of 18.72 percent was recorded in 2024.

Saudi Arabia Labour Force Participation Rate: Saudi: Female data was reported at 35.538 % in Dec 2023. This records a decrease from the previous number of 35.943 % for Sep 2023. Saudi Arabia Labour Force Participation Rate: Saudi: Female data is updated quarterly, averaging 25.977 % from Jun 2016 (Median) to Dec 2023, with 31 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 37.045 % in Sep 2022 and a record low of 17.437 % in Mar 2017. Saudi Arabia Labour Force Participation Rate: Saudi: Female data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Authority for Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Saudi Arabia – Table SA.G011: Labour Force: Participation Rate (Discontinued).

Egypt EG: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15+ data was reported at 22.979 % in 2016. This records an increase from the previous number of 22.666 % for 2015. Egypt EG: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15+ data is updated yearly, averaging 20.160 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2016, with 41 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 29.970 % in 1989 and a record low of 4.360 % in 1973. Egypt EG: Labour Force Participation Rate: National Estimate: Female: % of Female Population Aged 15+ data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Egypt – Table EG.World Bank: Labour Force. Labor force participation rate is the proportion of the population ages 15 and older that is economically active: all people who supply labor for the production of goods and services during a specified period.; ; International Labour Organization, ILOSTAT database. Data retrieved in September 2018.; Weighted average; The series for ILO estimates is also available in the WDI database. Caution should be used when comparing ILO estimates with national estimates.