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West Bank and Gaza Agriculture Employment

Employment in agriculture  SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS

6.34% −0.46% (-6.7%)
Year 2022 Rank #63 Global Peak 16.73% (2006) Source World Bank

West Bank and Gaza Agriculture Employment (1991–2022)

Overview

West Bank and Gaza's agriculture employment stood at 6.34% in 2022, a decline of +0.46% from 2021. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 6.67% by 2025. West Bank and Gaza ranked 63rd globally.

Data & projection

Year Agriculture Employment YoY change Rank
2025* trend 6.67% - -
2022 6.34% −0.46% #63
2021 6.80% +0.35% #64
2020 6.45% +0.30% #60
2019 6.15% −0.28% #59
2018 6.44% −0.38% #59
2017 6.82% −0.65% #59
2016 7.47% −1.30% #59
2015 8.76% −1.76% #64
2014 10.52% −0.16% #73
2013 10.68% −0.91% #72
2012 11.59% −0.71% #73
2011 12.30% +0.40% #75
2010 11.90% +0.04% #71
2009 11.86% −1.50% #70
2008 13.36% −2.67% #75
Show all years (1991-2022)
* 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 +43.6% GDP growth 7.4% C/A balance 5.2%
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

West Bank and Gaza matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2008. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw agriculture employment improve within 24 months. View full analysis →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Bank and Gaza's agriculture employment?

West Bank and Gaza's agriculture employment was 6.34% in 2022. Ranked 63rd globally. This represents a 6.7% decrease from the previous year.

What was the highest agriculture employment in West Bank and Gaza?

West Bank and Gaza's agriculture employment peaked at 16.73% in 2006.

What was the lowest agriculture employment in West Bank and Gaza?

The lowest agriculture employment in West Bank and Gaza was 6.15% in 2019.

How does West Bank and Gaza rank in agriculture employment?

West Bank and Gaza ranks 63rd globally in agriculture employment as of 2022.

What is the World Bank indicator code for agriculture employment?

The World Bank indicator code is SL.AGR.EMPL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.

What is the projected agriculture employment of West Bank and Gaza in 2025?

West Bank and Gaza's agriculture employment is projected to reach 6.67% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.

What is the agriculture employment of West Bank and Gaza in 2022?

The agriculture employment of West Bank and Gaza in 2022 was 6.34%. This ranks 63rd in the world.

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