Labour Force in Iran, 2016-2017
Labour Force in Iran, 2016-2017
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About 39.4% of the population of working-age (over 10 years old) are economically active in Iran.
The economically active population has been increasing in Iran. Recent statistics indicates a 4.4% rise in 1395 as compared with the previous year.
Approximately 87.6% of the economically active population employed in 1395. This ratio stands over 89% for men.
More than 50% of the employed population is engaged in the service sector. Additionally, the industry sector accounted for about 32% of the total active population in 1395.
The demographic window in Iran will be open till 2045. During this period, consistent investment in human capital and appropriate policy choices are necessary to make the most of the demographic window of opportunities./
tccim/Economic Research Department