Indonesia Agriculture Employment
Employment in agriculture SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS
Indonesia's agriculture employment was 27.30% in 2025, ranked 118th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Indonesia's agriculture employment stood at 27.30% in 2025, a decline of +0.66% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 27.05% by 2026. Indonesia ranked 118th globally.
Indonesia’s share of employment in agriculture has declined significantly from 47.66 percent in 1991 to 27.30 percent in 2025, reflecting a sustained structural shift in the economy over 35 years. This downward trajectory aligns with broader development patterns as labor moves toward manufacturing and services. The 2025 figure places Indonesia 118th globally, with neighboring Mongolia nearly matching it at 27.00 percent and The Gambia at 27.55 percent, suggesting similar agrarian transitions among middle-income emerging economies. The all-time peak in agriculture employment occurred at the start of the observed period in 1991, while the trough was reached most recently in 2025, underscoring the persistent nature of this trend. Despite the decline, agriculture remains a significant employer, particularly in rural regions. Continued urbanization, investment in industrial sectors, and advancements in agricultural productivity are likely to sustain the gradual reduction in agriculture’s share of employment. Future shifts in policy focus, climate resilience, or digital adoption in farming could alter the pace of this transition.
Data & projection
| Year | Agriculture Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 26.11% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 26.58% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 27.05% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.30% | −0.66% | #118 |
| 2024 | 27.96% | −0.82% | #118 |
| 2023 | 28.78% | −0.51% | #118 |
| 2022 | 29.28% | +0.30% | #119 |
| 2021 | 28.99% | −0.32% | #118 |
| 2020 | 29.31% | +0.85% | #117 |
| 2019 | 28.46% | −0.98% | #119 |
| 2018 | 29.45% | −1.08% | #119 |
| 2017 | 30.52% | −1.03% | #122 |
| 2016 | 31.56% | −1.22% | #127 |
| 2015 | 32.78% | −1.23% | #128 |
| 2014 | 34.00% | −0.69% | #128 |
| 2013 | 34.69% | −0.87% | #127 |
| 2012 | 35.56% | −1.25% | #128 |
| 2011 | 36.81% | −1.92% | #128 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Indonesia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw agriculture employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Indonesia's agriculture employment was 27.30% in 2025. Ranked 118th globally. This represents a 2.4% decrease from the previous year.
Indonesia's agriculture employment peaked at 47.66% in 1991.
The lowest agriculture employment in Indonesia was 27.30% in 2025.
Indonesia ranks 118th globally in agriculture employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Indonesia's agriculture employment is projected to reach 27.05% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The agriculture employment of Indonesia in 2025 was 27.30%. This ranks 118th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_indonesia_agriculture-employment,
title = {Indonesia Agriculture Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/indonesia/agriculture-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}