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St. Vincent and the Grenadines Labor Force Participation

Labor force participation rate  SL.TLF.CACT.ZS

67.90% −0.14pp (-0.2%)
Year 2025 Rank #35 Global Peak 68.04% (2024) Source World Bank

St. Vincent and the Grenadines Labor Force Participation (1990–2025)

Overview

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's labor force participation stood at 67.90% in 2025, a decline of +0.14pp from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 68.45% by 2026. St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranked 35th globally.

Data & projection

Year Labor Force Participation YoY change Rank
2028* trend 69.01% - -
2027* trend 68.73% - -
2026* trend 68.45% - -
2025 67.90% −0.14pp #35
2024 68.04% +0.18pp #36
2023 67.86% +0.31pp #40
2022 67.55% +0.79pp #37
2021 66.76% +0.23pp #39
2020 66.52% −0.91pp #41
2019 67.43% +0.14pp #42
2018 67.29% +0.16pp #44
2017 67.13% +0.10pp #43
2016 67.03% +0.12pp #44
2015 66.91% +0.08pp #46
2014 66.82% +0.06pp #47
2013 66.76% +0.09pp #48
2012 66.67% +0.05pp #50
2011 66.62% +0.03pp #51
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 10.1% GDP growth 0.4% Unemployment 18.8%
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

St. Vincent and the Grenadines matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2008. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw labor force participation improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Vincent and the Grenadines's labor force participation?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's labor force participation was 67.90% in 2025. Ranked 35th globally. This represents a 0.2% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest labor force participation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's labor force participation peaked at 68.04% in 2024.

What was the lowest labor force participation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines?

The lowest labor force participation in St. Vincent and the Grenadines was 62.44% in 1990.

How does St. Vincent and the Grenadines rank in labor force participation?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines ranks 35th 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 St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2026?

St. Vincent and the Grenadines's labor force participation is projected to reach 68.45% by 2026 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the labor force participation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025?

The labor force participation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in 2025 was 67.90%. This ranks 35th in the world.

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