Algeria Labor Force Participation
Labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.ZS
Algeria's labor force participation was 40.78% in 2025, ranked 171st globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Algeria's labor force participation stood at 40.78% in 2025, a decline of +0.38pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 41.96% by 2026. Algeria ranked 171st globally.
Algeria's labor force participation has been on a declining trend, with the latest value standing at 40.78% in 2025, ranking 171st globally. This is a significant drop from its all-time peak of 45.82% in 1991. The country experienced its lowest labor force participation rate in 2020, at 38.04%, likely due to the economic disruptions caused by the pandemic. In comparison to its peers, Algeria's labor force participation rate is slightly higher than Jordan's 40.05%, but lower than Iran's 40.97%. With a 36-year coverage, the data suggests a long-term decline in labor force participation. To change the trajectory of this trend, Algeria would need to implement policies that encourage more people to join the workforce, particularly in sectors that have been impacted by economic downturns, and this could potentially lead to an increase in labor force participation in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Labor Force Participation | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 42.78% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 42.37% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 41.96% | - | - |
| 2025 | 40.78% | −0.38pp | #171 |
| 2024 | 41.16% | −0.35pp | #171 |
| 2023 | 41.51% | −0.29pp | #173 |
| 2022 | 41.80% | +3.37pp | #172 |
| 2021 | 38.43% | +0.38pp | #179 |
| 2020 | 38.04% | −4.16pp | #180 |
| 2019 | 42.20% | −0.08pp | #173 |
| 2018 | 42.28% | −0.04pp | #174 |
| 2017 | 42.33% | −0.01pp | #175 |
| 2016 | 42.33% | −0.13pp | #176 |
| 2015 | 42.46% | −0.14pp | #175 |
| 2014 | 42.60% | −0.27pp | #174 |
| 2013 | 42.87% | −0.24pp | #174 |
| 2012 | 43.11% | −0.21pp | #174 |
| 2011 | 43.32% | −0.19pp | #175 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Algeria matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2023. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Algeria's labor force participation was 40.78% in 2025. Ranked 171st globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from the previous year.
Algeria's labor force participation peaked at 45.82% in 1991.
The lowest labor force participation in Algeria was 38.04% in 2020.
Algeria ranks 171st globally in labor force participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Algeria's labor force participation is projected to reach 41.96% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The labor force participation of Algeria in 2025 was 40.78%. This ranks 171st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_algeria_labor-force-participation,
title = {Algeria Labor Force Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/algeria/labor-force-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}