Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Rate Female: 15 Years or over for Colombia

COLLREMTTFESTSAM • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

46.27

Year-over-Year Change

-0.00%

Date Range

1/1/2007 - 5/1/2025

Summary

The Employment Rate Female: 15 Years or over for Colombia measures the percentage of Colombian women aged 15 and older who are employed. This key labor market indicator provides insights into female workforce participation and economic activity.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The Employment Rate Female: 15 Years or over for Colombia tracks the share of the Colombian female population aged 15 and above who are employed. This metric is used by economists and policymakers to assess labor market conditions and trends in female labor force engagement.

Methodology

The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) in Colombia.

Historical Context

This employment rate serves as an important input for evaluating the state of the Colombian economy and informing economic and social policies.

Key Facts

  • Colombia's female employment rate was 49.4% in 2021.
  • The female employment rate in Colombia has increased by 5 percentage points since 2010.
  • Colombia has a lower female employment rate compared to the OECD average of 58.8%.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Employment Rate Female: 15 Years or over for Colombia measures the percentage of women aged 15 and older in Colombia who are employed.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insights into female workforce participation and economic activity in Colombia, which is important for evaluating labor market conditions and informing economic and social policies.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected through household surveys conducted by the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) in Colombia.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The female employment rate in Colombia is used by economists and policymakers to assess labor market conditions and inform economic and social policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is subject to the release schedule and methodological changes of the DANE survey.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment Rate Female: 15 Years or over for Colombia (COLLREMTTFESTSAM), retrieved from FRED.