Cambodia Female Labor Participation
Female labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS
Cambodia's female labor participation was 77.35% in 2025, ranked 7th globally. This represents a 0.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's female labor participation stood at 77.35% in 2025, a rise of +0.05pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 78.77% by 2026. Cambodia ranked 7th globally.
Cambodia's female labor participation rate has displayed a relatively stable trend over the past 36 years, with a slight fluctuation between 71.97% in 2008, the all-time trough, and 81.84% in 2011, the all-time peak. Although the country's female labor participation rate has generally remained steady, it currently stands at 77.35%, ranking seventh globally. In comparison, Korea, Democratic People's Republic of, with a similar global ranking, has seen a more pronounced increase in female labor participation over the years. The rate remains relatively high, even in comparison to other Southeast Asian countries. Notably, the rate has been sustained at levels close to the all-time peak, indicating a stable economic environment for women in the workforce. However, a shift in economic policies or significant changes in the country's social and cultural environment could potentially alter this trajectory, with further increases in female labor participation contingent on the implementation of policies aimed at promoting women's participation in the workforce and addressing potential barriers to employment.
Data & projection
| Year | Female Labor Participation | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 80.25% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 79.51% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 78.77% | - | - |
| 2025 | 77.35% | +0.05pp | #7 |
| 2024 | 77.30% | +0.08pp | #7 |
| 2023 | 77.22% | +0.05pp | #8 |
| 2022 | 77.17% | +3.46pp | #7 |
| 2021 | 73.71% | −3.38pp | #11 |
| 2020 | 77.09% | −0.20pp | #5 |
| 2019 | 77.29% | +0.44pp | #7 |
| 2018 | 76.85% | +0.43pp | #7 |
| 2017 | 76.42% | +0.50pp | #7 |
| 2016 | 75.92% | +2.50pp | #7 |
| 2015 | 73.42% | −0.97pp | #11 |
| 2014 | 74.39% | −0.01pp | #9 |
| 2013 | 74.40% | −3.95pp | #9 |
| 2012 | 78.36% | −3.49pp | #6 |
| 2011 | 81.84% | +0.57pp | #4 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Cambodia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw female labor participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's female labor participation was 77.35% in 2025. Ranked 7th globally. This represents a 0.1% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's female labor participation peaked at 81.84% in 2011.
The lowest female labor participation in Cambodia was 71.97% in 2008.
Cambodia ranks 7th globally in female labor participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's female labor participation is projected to reach 78.77% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The female labor participation of Cambodia in 2025 was 77.35%. This ranks 7th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_cambodia_female-labor-participation,
title = {Cambodia Female Labor Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/female-labor-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}