The number of employed persons in Philippines increased to 49425.92 Thousand in February of 2026 from 47937.60 Thousand in January of 2026. Employed Persons in Philippines averaged 34561.45 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 49425.92 47937.60 Thousand Feb 2026
Employment Rate 94.90 94.20 percent Feb 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 63.80 62.30 percent Feb 2026
Unemployed Persons 2660.66 2955.01 Thousand Feb 2026
Unemployment Rate 5.10 5.80 percent Feb 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
49425.92 47937.60 50474.72 18567.00 1986 - 2026 Thousand Monthly
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