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Serbia Female Labor Participation

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

52.63% +0.01pp (+0.0%)
Year 2025 Rank #97 Global Peak 52.63% (2025) Source World Bank

Serbia Female Labor Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

Serbia's female labor participation stood at 52.63% in 2025, a rise of +0.01pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 54.08% by 2026. Serbia ranked 97th globally.

Data & projection

Year Female Labor Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 56.03% - -
2027* trend 55.05% - -
2026* trend 54.08% - -
2025 52.63% +0.01pp #97
2024 52.62% +1.21pp #98
2023 51.41% +1.27pp #113
2022 50.14% +1.14pp #117
2021 49.00% +2.84pp #116
2020 46.16% −0.59pp #126
2019 46.75% +0.37pp #129
2018 46.38% +0.31pp #130
2017 46.07% +0.80pp #128
2016 45.27% +1.98pp #135
2015 43.30% −0.39pp #142
2014 43.68% +0.62pp #138
2013 43.06% +1.05pp #141
2012 42.01% +0.34pp #145
2011 41.67% −0.13pp #143
Show all years (1990-2025)
* Linear trend extrapolation

Detected Pattern

Stagflation Risk
GDP growth below 2% combined with inflation above 8% and rising unemployment. The worst macro combination for policymakers.
Inflation 11.1% GDP growth 0.1% Unemployment 23.0%
Occurred 307 times, 117 successful
Inflation
26.9%
GDP growth
-4.2%
Unemployment
14.6%
Inflation
185.7%
GDP growth
-14.0%
Unemployment
60.8%
Inflation
14.4%
GDP growth
1.1%
Unemployment
9.1%
Inflation
33.9%
GDP growth
-1.5%
Unemployment
17.0%
Inflation
736.1%
GDP growth
1.7%
Unemployment
9.4%
Inflation
13.6%
GDP growth
1.3%
Unemployment
14.1%

Analysis

Serbia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2011. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw female labor participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Serbia's female labor participation?

Serbia's female labor participation was 52.63% in 2025. Ranked 97th globally. This represents a 0.0% increase from the previous year.

What was the highest female labor participation in Serbia?

Serbia's female labor participation peaked at 52.63% in 2025.

What was the lowest female labor participation in Serbia?

The lowest female labor participation in Serbia was 41.67% in 2011.

How does Serbia rank in female labor participation?

Serbia ranks 97th 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 Serbia in 2026?

Serbia's female labor participation is projected to reach 54.08% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the female labor participation of Serbia in 2025?

The female labor participation of Serbia in 2025 was 52.63%. This ranks 97th in the world.

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