Layla Al-Khalifa

Unemployment Rate for Saudi Women Hits Record Low of 13.7% in 4Q 2023!

Saudi Women Unemployment Rate Drops While Men’s Rate Remains Stable

In a significant development, the unemployment rate among Saudi women saw a notable decrease of 2.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2024 compared to 16.3 percent in the third quarter. This positive trend highlights the improving job opportunities for women in Saudi Arabia. On the other hand, the unemployment rate among Saudi men remained steady at 4.6 percent in the fourth quarter of the same year, showing a consistent employment situation for male workers.