Quantitative Intelligence on Jordan's Labor Market | Compiled by 9cv9 Research
* Salary range: $410 (minimum wage) → $1,550 (IT/Finance average). National Median: $760/mo.
| Indicator | Jordan | Target / Context | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female LFPR (2023) | 14% | EMV Target: 28% by 2033 | Critical |
| Global FLFP Ranking | 4th Lowest | Global | Very Low |
| Women in Public Sector | 55% | ~45% for men | Over-concentrated |
| Women w/ Tertiary Edu Unemployment | 35% | Men avg: 20% | Paradox |
| Firms with Female-Suitable Vacancies | 63% | 75% at larger firms | Opportunity |
| Teachers Among Female Workers | 35.7% | High concentration | Limited Diversity |
| Metric | Jordan | MENA Avg | Mid-Income Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Unemployment Rate | 21.2% | 10.4% | 6.1% |
| Female LFPR | 14% | 18.5% | 47% |
| Public Sector Share of Employment | 46% | 24.5% | ~11% |
| R&D Expenditure (% of GDP) | 0.6% | ~0.8% | 1.9% |
| GDP Growth (2025) | 2.7–2.8% | ~3.2% | ~4.1% |