Average Weekly Hours Worked per Employee by Country

The International Labour Organization (ILO) provides data on the average weekly hours worked per employee across countries. This report highlights global work trends, reflecting cultural, economic, and labor policy influences on work-life balance.

Which countries have the highest average weekly work hours?

India – 56
Bhutan – 53.3
Bangladesh – 50.4
Uganda – 50.3
Cambodia – 49.5
Pakistan – 49.2
Sudan – 49
United Arab Emirates – 48.7
Jordan – 48.4
Zimbabwe – 48.1

Which countries have the lowest average weekly work hours?

Netherlands – 29.8
Rwanda – 29.9
Austria – 32.4
Denmark – 32.6
Norway – 33
Finland – 33.5
Germany – 33.5
Belgium – 33.8
Ireland – 34.4
Sweden – 34.6

Where does the United States rank in average weekly work hours?

The United States ranks 60th with an average of 38 weekly hours worked per employee. This reflects a moderate work-hour culture compared to countries like India and Bhutan, which have significantly longer work weeks.

Which regions report the longest work weeks?

South Asia dominates with countries like India (56), Bhutan (53.3), and Bangladesh (50.4) reporting the highest weekly work hours. These figures reflect economic pressures, high workforce participation, and cultural factors emphasizing longer work hours.

Which regions emphasize shorter work weeks?

European countries lead in shorter work weeks, with the Netherlands (29.8), Germany (33.5), and Denmark (32.6) among the lowest. These nations prioritize work-life balance and implement labor policies promoting reduced work hours.

How do African nations rank in work hours?

Many African countries, including Uganda (50.3) and Sudan (49), report long work weeks, reflecting economic challenges and high workforce demands. Conversely, Rwanda reports significantly fewer hours at 29.9, indicating regional diversity in labor practices.

How does Asia perform in work hours?

Asia is characterized by high average weekly hours, with India, Bhutan, and Bangladesh leading globally. Southeast Asian nations like Cambodia (49.5) and Vietnam (45.3) also rank highly, showcasing the region’s focus on labor-intensive industries.

Average Weekly Hours Worked per Employee by Country December 2022 (Average weekly hours worked per employee, December 2022)

Country Average weekly hours worked per employee
1 India 56
2 Bhutan 53.3
3 Bangladesh 50.4
4 Uganda 50.3
5 Cambodia 49.5
6 Pakistan 49.2
7 Sudan 49
8 United Arab Emirates 48.7
9 Jordan 48.4
10 Zimbabwe 48.1
11 Zambia 47.4
12 Angola 46.8
13 Colombia 46.6
14 Eswatini 46
14 Brunei 46
14 Egypt 46
15 Kenya 45.8
16 Mongolia 45.4
17 Guatemala 45.3
17 Vietnam 45.3
18 Mexico 45.2
18 Botswana 45.2
19 Samoa 45.1
20 Honduras 44.9
21 El Salvador 44.8
22 Peru 44.7
23 Turkey 44.6
24 Sri Lanka 44.5
24 Costa Rica 44.5
25 Thailand 44.3
26 Iran 44.2
27 Gambia 44.1
27 Montenegro 44.1
28 Laos 43.8
29 Ethiopia 43.7
29 Albania 43.7
30 Paraguay 43.4
31 Kosovo 42.9
32 Jamaica 42.8
33 South Africa 42.4
34 Philippines 42.1
35 Indonesia 41.9
35 Afghanistan 41.9
36 Dominican Republic 41.8
37 Chile 41.7
38 Panama 41.5
39 Bosnia and Herzegovina 41.4
40 Kyrgyzstan 41.3
41 Serbia 41.1
42 Palestine 41
43 Marshall Islands 40.9
44 Ghana 40.6
45 Comoros 40.4
45 Saint Lucia 40.4
46 Seychelles 40.3
47 Romania 39.8
48 Moldova 39.7
49 Bolivia 39.6
49 Russia 39.6
50 Brazil 39.3
51 Belarus 39.2
51 North Macedonia 39.2
52 Bulgaria 39.1
53 Tonga 38.9
54 Israel 38.7
55 Cyprus 38.6
56 Poland 38.5
56 Latvia 38.5
57 South Korea 38.3
58 Nauru 38.2
58 Hungary 38.2
59 Lithuania 38.1
60 Greece 38
60 United States 38
61 Slovenia 37.8
62 Croatia 37.7
63 Czech Republic 37.4
63 Uruguay 37.4
64 Slovakia 37.1
64 Argentina 37.1
65 Tuvalu 37
65 Portugal 37
66 Madagascar 36.6
67 Timor-Leste 36.5
68 Estonia 36.4
69 Cook Islands 36.3
69 Malta 36.3
70 Luxembourg 35.5
70 Switzerland 35.5
71 Canada 35.2
71 Mauritius 35.2
71 Spain 35.2
72 United Kingdom 35.1
73 Italy 34.8
74 France 34.7
75 Sweden 34.6
75 Iceland 34.6
76 Ireland 34.4
77 Niue 34.3
78 Belgium 33.8
79 Finland 33.5
79 Germany 33.5
80 Norway 33
81 Denmark 32.6
82 Austria 32.4
83 Iraq 31.6
84 Rwanda 29.9
85 Netherlands 29.8

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