Albania Labor Force Participation
Labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.ZS
Albania's labor force participation was 64.26% in 2025, ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 0.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Albania's labor force participation stood at 64.26% in 2025, a rise of +0.26pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 66.10% by 2026. Albania ranked 72nd globally.
Albania's labor force participation rate has fluctuated over the past 36 years, with a latest value of 64.26% in 2025, ranking 72nd globally. The country experienced its peak participation rate of 69.36% in 1992, while its lowest point was 52.42% in 2013. In comparison to its peers, Albania's rate is closely aligned with that of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Georgia, both at 64.31%, and slightly surpasses that of Brunei Darussalam at 64.23%. The labor force participation rate in Albania has been steadily increasing since its trough in 2013, and as of 2025, it remains near the higher end of its historical range. Looking ahead, sustained economic growth and investments in human capital would be necessary to further increase the labor force participation rate and potentially alter its current trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Labor Force Participation | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 68.30% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 67.20% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 66.10% | - | - |
| 2025 | 64.26% | +0.26pp | #72 |
| 2024 | 64.01% | +0.12pp | #74 |
| 2023 | 63.88% | +1.72pp | #76 |
| 2022 | 62.16% | +2.48pp | #86 |
| 2021 | 59.68% | +0.32pp | #104 |
| 2020 | 59.37% | −0.94pp | #100 |
| 2019 | 60.31% | +1.01pp | #100 |
| 2018 | 59.30% | +1.24pp | #109 |
| 2017 | 58.06% | +0.74pp | #125 |
| 2016 | 57.31% | +1.82pp | #125 |
| 2015 | 55.50% | +2.08pp | #141 |
| 2014 | 53.42% | +1.00pp | #146 |
| 2013 | 52.42% | −4.58pp | #148 |
| 2012 | 57.00% | −2.94pp | #128 |
| 2011 | 59.94% | +4.74pp | #102 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Albania matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 1997. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Albania's labor force participation was 64.26% in 2025. Ranked 72nd globally. This represents a 0.4% increase from the previous year.
Albania's labor force participation peaked at 69.36% in 1992.
The lowest labor force participation in Albania was 52.42% in 2013.
Albania ranks 72nd globally in labor force participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Albania's labor force participation is projected to reach 66.10% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The labor force participation of Albania in 2025 was 64.26%. This ranks 72nd in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_albania_labor-force-participation,
title = {Albania Labor Force Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/albania/labor-force-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}