Kazakhstan Female Labor Participation
Female labor force participation rate SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS
Kazakhstan's female labor participation was 62.65% in 2025, ranked 31st globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 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.
Kazakhstan’s female labor‑force participation has slipped from a post‑Soviet high of 66.99 % in 1995 to 62.65 % in 2025, the lowest point in the 36‑year series and placing the country 31st globally. The early 1990s still saw a modest decline from 64.78 % in 1990, suggesting that the 1995 peak was an outlier rather than a sustained increase. By 2025 Kazakhstan’s rate is marginally below that of the Netherlands (62.71 %) and slightly above Australia (62.51 %), indicating that its performance now aligns with advanced economies that have long‑standing gender‑inclusive labor markets. The persistent downward trajectory may reflect structural shifts such as aging demographics, sectoral reallocation away from traditionally female‑dominant industries, or limited childcare support. Continued policy emphasis on flexible work arrangements, affordable childcare, and targeted training could arrest the decline and potentially restore a modest upward trend in the coming decade.
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 |
Detected Pattern
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
Kazakhstan's female labor participation was 62.65% in 2025. Ranked 31st globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous year.
Kazakhstan's female labor participation peaked at 66.99% in 1995.
The lowest female labor participation in Kazakhstan was 62.65% in 2025.
Kazakhstan ranks 31st globally in female labor participation as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.TLF.CACT.FE.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Kazakhstan's female labor participation is projected to reach 63.67% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The female labor participation of Kazakhstan in 2025 was 62.65%. This ranks 31st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_kazakhstan_female-labor-participation,
title = {Kazakhstan Female Labor Participation},
url = {https://historysaid.com/kazakhstan/female-labor-participation/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}