Serbia Services Employment
Employment in services SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS
Serbia's services employment was 54.90% in 2025, ranked 77th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1991–2025.
Overview
Serbia's services employment stood at 54.90% in 2025, a rise of +0.56% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 55.36% by 2026. Serbia ranked 77th globally.
Serbia's services employment has demonstrated a notable improvement over the past three and a half decades, with the country's latest figure standing at 54.90, ranking it 77th globally according to the World Bank. This represents a significant increase from the all-time trough of 38.71 in 1991, reflecting the nation's efforts to revamp its economy and diversify its industries. Notably, Serbia has surpassed several of its regional peers in this regard, including Oman, where services employment stands at 54.62, and Tunisia, with a figure of 54.26. The country's services sector has been a key driver of employment growth, contributing to the nation's economic stability and development. While the current trend suggests a positive trajectory, a significant shift in the global economic landscape or a major policy overhaul could potentially alter the trajectory of services employment in Serbia, potentially impacting its competitiveness and economic growth prospects.
Data & projection
| Year | Services Employment | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028* trend | 56.35% | - | - |
| 2027* trend | 55.86% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 55.36% | - | - |
| 2025 | 54.90% | +0.56% | #77 |
| 2024 | 54.34% | +0.42% | #76 |
| 2023 | 53.92% | +0.67% | #77 |
| 2022 | 53.25% | +0.28% | #77 |
| 2021 | 52.98% | +0.50% | #79 |
| 2020 | 52.48% | +0.66% | #76 |
| 2019 | 51.82% | −0.14% | #73 |
| 2018 | 51.96% | −0.08% | #75 |
| 2017 | 52.05% | +0.65% | #75 |
| 2016 | 51.39% | +0.81% | #74 |
| 2015 | 50.59% | +0.74% | #72 |
| 2014 | 49.85% | +0.58% | #72 |
| 2013 | 49.27% | +0.61% | #70 |
| 2012 | 48.66% | +0.51% | #73 |
| 2011 | 48.15% | +0.07% | #71 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Serbia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2011. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw services employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Serbia's services employment was 54.90% in 2025. Ranked 77th globally. This represents a 1.0% increase from the previous year.
Serbia's services employment peaked at 54.90% in 2025.
The lowest services employment in Serbia was 38.71% in 1991.
Serbia ranks 77th globally in services employment as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SL.SRV.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Serbia's services employment is projected to reach 55.36% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.
The services employment of Serbia in 2025 was 54.90%. This ranks 77th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_serbia_services-employment,
title = {Serbia Services Employment},
url = {https://historysaid.com/serbia/services-employment/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}