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Kazakhstan Female Labor Participation

Female labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS

62.65% −2.64pp (-4.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #31 Global Peak 66.99% (1995) Source World Bank

Kazakhstan Female Labor Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

Kazakhstan's female labor participation stood at 62.65% in 2025, a decline of +2.64pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 63.67% by 2026. Kazakhstan ranked 31st globally.

Data & projection

Year Female Labor Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 63.21% - -
2027* trend 63.44% - -
2026* trend 63.67% - -
2025 62.65% −2.64pp #31
2024 65.29% +0.26pp #23
2023 65.03% +0.29pp #25
2022 64.74% +0.67pp #26
2021 64.07% +0.46pp #28
2020 63.61% −1.05pp #26
2019 64.66% −0.16pp #26
2018 64.82% −0.20pp #26
2017 65.02% −0.19pp #24
2016 65.21% −0.25pp #25
2015 65.46% −0.25pp #25
2014 65.71% −0.18pp #26
2013 65.89% −0.15pp #25
2012 66.04% −0.17pp #25
2011 66.21% −0.13pp #26
Show all years (1990-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Export Boom Cycle
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Reserves YoY +21.9% GDP growth 7.3% C/A balance 1.8%
Occurred 768 times, 546 successful
Reserves YoY
+25.6%
GDP growth
4.0%
C/A balance
14.5%
Reserves YoY
+14.6%
GDP growth
3.7%
C/A balance
2.9%
Reserves YoY
+12.8%
GDP growth
43.8%
C/A balance
16.4%
Reserves YoY
+12.6%
GDP growth
6.0%
C/A balance
0.5%
Reserves YoY
+38.3%
GDP growth
5.0%
C/A balance
1.2%
Reserves YoY
+18.0%
GDP growth
2.9%
C/A balance
3.9%

Analysis

Kazakhstan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2010. 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

What is Kazakhstan's female labor participation?

Kazakhstan's female labor participation was 62.65% in 2025. Ranked 31st globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest female labor participation in Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan's female labor participation peaked at 66.99% in 1995.

What was the lowest female labor participation in Kazakhstan?

The lowest female labor participation in Kazakhstan was 62.65% in 2025.

How does Kazakhstan rank in female labor participation?

Kazakhstan ranks 31st globally in female labor participation as of 2025.

What is the World Bank indicator code for female labor participation?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected female labor participation of Kazakhstan in 2026?

Kazakhstan's female labor participation is projected to reach 63.67% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the female labor participation of Kazakhstan in 2025?

The female labor participation of Kazakhstan in 2025 was 62.65%. This ranks 31st in the world.

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