Global Working-Age Population Rankings by Year, 1950-2023

This chart presents the annual rankings of the global working-age population from 1950 to 2023. It reflects the economic and social development, as well as demographic changes, of countries worldwide. The chart allows for the observation of population shifts and national ranking changes over the years, serving as a vital resource for understanding international labor market and economic trends.

Global Working-Age Population Rankings by Year, 1950-2023

This chart presents the annual rankings of the global working-age population from 1950 to 2023.

Change Chart

    The working-age population generally refers to people aged 15 to 64. This age group is considered the primary cohort participating in economic activities, representing a crucial indicator of a country's labor force resources.

    RankNameIndicator
    1
    China
    982M 935K people
    2
    India
    971M 860K people
    3
    United States
    220M 104K people
    4
    Indonesia
    188M 982K people
    5
    Brazil
    151M 29K people
    6
    Pakistan
    143M 111K people
    7
    Nigeria
    121M 418K people
    8
    Bangladesh
    117M 964K people
    9
    Russia
    95M 718K people
    10
    Mexico
    86M 569K people
    11
    Philippines
    75M 552K people
    12
    Ethiopia
    72M 811K people
    13
    Japan
    72M 82K people
    14
    Egypt
    70M 410K people
    15
    Vietnam
    67M 477K people
    16
    Iran
    61M 361K people
    17
    Turkey
    58M 428K people
    18
    Germany
    52M 695K people
    19
    Democratic Republic of the Congo
    51M 749K people
    20
    Thailand
    49M 411K people