Labour Force Statistics by Country 2026: Global Rankings
Page updated: June 2026 · Data year: 2026 · Source: World Bank, Eurostat
This page compiles the most important labour force statistics for 2026 by country. Data is sourced from the World Bank, Eurostat, and peer-reviewed research — all fully open and citable. Charts, ranked tables, and key facts are updated automatically as new data becomes available.
Key Labour Force Statistics (2026)
Key Findings: Labour Force Statistics — 2026 Data
The latest data shows United States, United States, United States lead globally for us total nonfarm payrolls (thousands), with the highest recorded value of 158.7K thousands.
US total nonfarm payrolls (thousands) by Country — Ranked Table
| # | Country | US total nonfarm payrolls (thousands) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 158.7K thousands | 2026 |
| 2 | United States | 158.4K thousands | 2025 |
| 3 | United States | 157.7K thousands | 2024 |
Methodology
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