The number of employed persons in Philippines increased to 49627.23 Thousand in May of 2026 from 48889.46 Thousand in April of 2026. Employed Persons in Philippines averaged 34800.04 Thousand from 1986 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 50474.72 Thousand in June of 2025 and a record low of 18567.00 Thousand in June of 1986. source: Philippine Statistics Authority



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Employed Persons 49627.23 48889.46 Thousand May 2026
Employment Rate 95.20 95.30 percent May 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 63.80 62.70 percent May 2026
Unemployed Persons 2498.31 2414.15 Thousand May 2026
Unemployment Rate 4.80 4.70 percent May 2026


Philippines Employed Persons
In Philippines, employed persons are individuals with a minimum required age who work during a certain time for a business.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
49627.23 48889.46 50474.72 18567.00 1986 - 2026 Thousand Monthly
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