In 2023, Japan had the highest female part-time employment rate among the listed countries, increasing slightly by 1.17% year-over-year. Australia and Norway exhibited a slight decline in their rates, while the United Kingdom showed a more significant decrease of 1.59%. Finland and South Africa experienced notable increases in female part-time employment, growing by 1.33% and 1.54%, respectively. Hungary marked the most significant year-on-year rise at 4.13%, while Slovenia saw a substantial decline. Over the past five years, the average annual growth in female part-time employment varies across countries, indicating shifts in labor market dynamics.
Looking ahead, potential trends include the impact of remote work on female employment patterns, ongoing changes in work-life balance priorities, and the influence of gender equality policies. Monitoring economic recovery and transformation initiatives post-pandemic will be crucial in understanding future shifts in part-time employment rates for women globally.
Top countries in Female Part-Time Employment Rate by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Percent of Employment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 40.6 | 2023 | +1% | +1.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 36.81 | 2023 | -0.27% | -0.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 36.3 | 2023 | -0.55% | -0.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 34.1 | 2023 | -0.37% | -1.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 33.6 | 2023 | -0.3% | -0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 32.44 | 2023 | +0.97% | +0.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Canada | 24.46 | 2023 | +0.0013% | -1.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Iceland | 22.77 | 2023 | -1.15% | -0.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 21.9 | 2023 | +0.92% | +1.33% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 17.02 | 2023 | -0.16% | -0.2% | View data |
