Saudi Women’s Employment and Labor Market Participation Rates Rise
Saudi Arabia has experienced a historic transformation in women’s empowerment, with active participation in various sectors becoming integral to achieving the goals of Vision 2030.
The latest data for 2024 reflects this progress, highlighting women’s roles as key partners in decision-making and policymaking.
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Key Statistics
Employment and Participation Rates
- Total Number of Saudi Women: Exceeds 9.8 million.
- Employment Rate: Risen to 31.8%.
- Labor Market Participation Rate: Reached 36%.
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Unemployment Trends
- Unemployment Rate: Decreased to 13% in 2024, down from 19% in 2022.
- Fourth Quarter Unemployment: Fell to 11.9% compared to 13.9% in Q4 2023 and 15.7% in Q4 2022.
Educational Achievements
- Bachelor’s Degree Holders: 35.3% of Saudi women aged 25 and above hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Patents and Awards:
- 22 Saudi women obtained patents in 2024.
- A total of 1,956 local and international awards in sports.
Employment by Sector
- Private Sector: 997,000 women.
- Government Sector: 506,000 women.
- Public Sector: 157,600 women.
Income and Working Hours
- Average Weekly Working Hours: 39 hours.
- Average Monthly Wages:
- Ages 15-24: SR4,832.
- Ages 25-54: SR8,328.
- Ages 55 and above: SR10,739.
Lifestyle and Engagement
- Physical Activity: 44.6% of women aged 18 and above engage in at least 150 minutes of weekly physical activity.
- Cultural Activities: 62.7% frequently visit parks and gardens.
The Saudi Women’s Statistics Report 2024, released by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), underscores significant progress in women’s empowerment across various fields, including education, health, and employment.
This report not only reflects the achievements of Saudi women but also serves as a foundation for further initiatives aimed at enhancing gender equality and diversity in the workforce.
The data will assist policymakers in monitoring progress and developing effective strategies to support women’s roles in society.
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