Cambodia Labor Force Participation
Labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.ZS
Cambodia's labor force participation was 82.39% in 2025, ranked 6th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1990–2025.
Overview
Cambodia's labor force participation stood at 82.39% in 2025, a rise of +0.02pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 83.53% by 2026. Cambodia ranked 6th globally.
Cambodia's labor force participation rate has demonstrated a notable improvement since the country's early transition to a market-based economy. With a labor force participation rate of 82.39% in 2025, Cambodia ranks sixth globally, surpassing peer countries such as Nigeria. Notably, the country's participation rate peaked at 85.44% in 2011, following a period of rapid economic growth, and experienced a slight decline to 78.94% in 2008, likely due to the global financial crisis. Since 1990, Cambodia's labor force participation rate has increased by approximately 2.42 percentage points, reflecting the country's gradual growth and development. In comparison, peer countries such as Tanzania have exhibited higher participation rates, standing at 83.72% in 2025. The trajectory of Cambodia's labor force participation rate is expected to continue, influenced by factors such as education, demographics, and economic conditions. A significant shift in the country's economic policies, such as increased investment in vocational training, could potentially alter the trajectory of labor force participation and drive further growth.
Data & projection
| Year | Labor Force Participation | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 84.69% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 84.11% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 83.53% | - | - |
| 2025 | 82.39% | +0.02pp | #6 |
| 2024 | 82.37% | +0.03pp | #6 |
| 2023 | 82.35% | +0.01pp | #6 |
| 2022 | 82.34% | +2.83pp | #5 |
| 2021 | 79.51% | −2.73pp | #7 |
| 2020 | 82.24% | −0.18pp | #5 |
| 2019 | 82.42% | +0.51pp | #5 |
| 2018 | 81.91% | +0.50pp | #6 |
| 2017 | 81.41% | −0.33pp | #6 |
| 2016 | 81.74% | +2.13pp | #6 |
| 2015 | 79.60% | −0.69pp | #7 |
| 2014 | 80.29% | +0.07pp | #7 |
| 2013 | 80.22% | −2.77pp | #9 |
| 2012 | 82.99% | −2.45pp | #5 |
| 2011 | 85.44% | +0.69pp | #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 labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Cambodia's labor force participation was 82.39% in 2025. Ranked 6th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.
Cambodia's labor force participation peaked at 85.44% in 2011.
The lowest labor force participation in Cambodia was 78.94% in 2008.
Cambodia ranks 6th globally in labor force participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Cambodia's labor force participation is projected to reach 83.53% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The labor force participation of Cambodia in 2025 was 82.39%. This ranks 6th in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {Cambodia Labor Force Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/cambodia/labor-force-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}