Share of the working-age population that is employed. Higher is better.
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By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 07/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
Share of the working-age population that is employed. Higher is better.
| # ⇅ | Country ⇅ | Employment-to-population ratio ⇅ | Year ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iceland | 72.2% | 2025 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 64.6% | 2025 |
| 3 | Switzerland | 63.5% | 2025 |
| 4 | Norway | 62.6% | 2025 |
| 5 | Ireland | 61.8% | 2025 |
| 6 | Denmark | 61.3% | 2025 |
| 7 | Sweden | 59.0% | 2025 |
| 8 | United Kingdom | 58.5% | 2025 |
| 9 | Germany | 58.3% | 2025 |
| 10 | Luxembourg | 57.6% | 2025 |
| 11 | Austria | 56.8% | 2025 |
| 12 | Finland | 54.0% | 2025 |
| 13 | France | 51.2% | 2025 |
| 14 | Belgium | 51.1% | 2025 |
Unemployment rate · Youth unemployment (15–24) · GDP per capita (current US$) · GDP per capita, PPP · Inflation (consumer prices) · Life expectancy at birth · Migrants (% of population) · Self-employed (% of employment)