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Kazakhstan Labor Force Participation

Labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.ZS

67.77% −2.82pp (-4.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #38 Global Peak 72.06% (1995) Source World Bank

Kazakhstan Labor Force Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

Kazakhstan's labor force participation stood at 67.77% in 2025, a decline of +2.82pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 68.83% by 2026. Kazakhstan ranked 38th globally.

Data & projection

Year Labor Force Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 68.27% - -
2027* trend 68.55% - -
2026* trend 68.83% - -
2025 67.77% −2.82pp #38
2024 70.59% +0.19pp #25
2023 70.40% +0.20pp #30
2022 70.20% +0.84pp #30
2021 69.36% +0.16pp #30
2020 69.20% −0.88pp #27
2019 70.08% −0.05pp #29
2018 70.13% −0.10pp #30
2017 70.23% −0.10pp #30
2016 70.33% −0.10pp #27
2015 70.43% −0.10pp #30
2014 70.53% −0.10pp #30
2013 70.63% −0.10pp #30
2012 70.73% −0.10pp #31
2011 70.83% −0.10pp #32
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 labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kazakhstan's labor force participation?

Kazakhstan's labor force participation was 67.77% in 2025. Ranked 38th globally. This represents a 4.0% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest labor force participation in Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan's labor force participation peaked at 72.06% in 1995.

What was the lowest labor force participation in Kazakhstan?

The lowest labor force participation in Kazakhstan was 67.77% in 2025.

How does Kazakhstan rank in labor force participation?

Kazakhstan ranks 38th globally in labor force participation as of 2025.

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

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

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

Kazakhstan's labor force participation is projected to reach 68.83% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the labor force participation of Kazakhstan in 2025?

The labor force participation of Kazakhstan in 2025 was 67.77%. This ranks 38th in the world.

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