Indonesia Services Employment
Employment in services SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS
Indonesia's services employment was 50.17% in 2025, ranked 57th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Indonesia's services employment stood at 50.17% in 2025, a rise of +0.42% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 50.28% by 2026. Indonesia ranked 57th globally.
Indonesia's services employment has experienced a moderate growth trajectory over the past three and a half decades, with a notable increase from 37.95% in 1991 to its all-time peak of 50.17% in 2025. Notably, the country surpassed the Solomon Islands, with a comparable services employment rate of 49.95%. The 2003 trough of 36.98% serves as a stark contrast to the recent upswing. The steady rise in services employment reflects Indonesia's shift towards a more service-oriented economy, driven by a growing middle class and increased investment in the sector. However, as the global economy continues to evolve, a decline in international tourism and trade may impact Indonesia's services employment rate. A shift in government policies, such as increased investment in digital infrastructure and education, could potentially mitigate this risk and sustain the upward trend, while also driving further growth in the sector.
Data & projection
| Year | Services Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 50.83% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 50.56% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 50.28% | - | - |
| 2025 | 50.17% | +0.42% | #57 |
| 2024 | 49.75% | +0.48% | #56 |
| 2023 | 49.27% | +0.42% | #60 |
| 2022 | 48.85% | −0.40% | #60 |
| 2021 | 49.25% | +0.19% | #62 |
| 2020 | 49.06% | −0.08% | #60 |
| 2019 | 49.14% | +0.97% | #60 |
| 2018 | 48.17% | +0.81% | #60 |
| 2017 | 47.36% | +0.72% | #59 |
| 2016 | 46.63% | +1.53% | #59 |
| 2015 | 45.10% | +0.60% | #54 |
| 2014 | 44.50% | +0.25% | #53 |
| 2013 | 44.24% | +0.46% | #54 |
| 2012 | 43.78% | +0.19% | #54 |
| 2011 | 43.59% | +0.62% | #54 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Indonesia matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2011. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw services employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Indonesia's services employment was 50.17% in 2025. Ranked 57th globally. This represents a 0.8% increase from the previous year.
Indonesia's services employment peaked at 50.17% in 2025.
The lowest services employment in Indonesia was 36.98% in 2003.
Indonesia ranks 57th globally in services employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Indonesia's services employment is projected to reach 50.28% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The services employment of Indonesia in 2025 was 50.17%. This ranks 57th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_indonesia_services-employment,
title = {Indonesia Services Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/indonesia/services-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}