Qatar Industry Employment
Employment in industry SL.IND.EMPL.ZS
Qatar's industry employment was 38.02% in 2025, ranked 180th globally. This represents a 0.5% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Qatar's industry employment stood at 38.02% in 2025, a decline of +0.21% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 37.05% by 2026. Qatar ranked 180th globally.
Qatar's industry employment has demonstrated significant fluctuations over the past 35 years, with a notable all-time peak of 59.58 in 2008. This surge was likely driven by the country's rapid economic growth during the pre-2008 global financial crisis era, particularly in the oil and gas sectors. Conversely, industry employment plummeted to its all-time trough of 30.50 in 1991, a reflection of the Gulf War's adverse economic impact. As of 2025, industry employment in Qatar stands at 38.02, ranking 180th globally. This value is slightly lower than that of peer country Oman, which ranks 39th with 39.44. In comparison to Bahrain, Qatar's industry employment ranks lower, at 180 compared to Bahrain's 34.91. The current trajectory suggests a relatively stable industry employment rate, which may continue as long as Qatar maintains its diversified economic growth strategy. However, any significant decline in global energy demand or shifts in regional economic policy could potentially alter this trajectory.
Data & projection
| Year | Industry Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 35.73% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 36.39% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 37.05% | - | - |
| 2025 | 38.02% | −0.21% | #180 |
| 2024 | 38.23% | −0.73% | #180 |
| 2023 | 38.96% | −0.08% | #182 |
| 2022 | 39.05% | −1.87% | #184 |
| 2021 | 40.92% | −1.51% | #186 |
| 2020 | 42.43% | −12.25% | #186 |
| 2019 | 54.68% | −0.65% | #186 |
| 2018 | 55.33% | +0.83% | #186 |
| 2017 | 54.50% | −0.05% | #186 |
| 2016 | 54.55% | +0.41% | #186 |
| 2015 | 54.14% | +1.28% | #186 |
| 2014 | 52.86% | +1.14% | #186 |
| 2013 | 51.72% | −0.06% | #186 |
| 2012 | 51.78% | −2.32% | #186 |
| 2011 | 54.10% | −2.28% | #186 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Qatar matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw industry employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Qatar's industry employment was 38.02% in 2025. Ranked 180th globally. This represents a 0.5% decrease from the previous year.
Qatar's industry employment peaked at 59.58% in 2008.
The lowest industry employment in Qatar was 30.50% in 1991.
Qatar ranks 180th globally in industry employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.IND.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Qatar's industry employment is projected to reach 37.05% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The industry employment of Qatar in 2025 was 38.02%. This ranks 180th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_qatar_industry-employment,
title = {Qatar Industry Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/qatar/industry-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}