The data is positive, but there is still a way to go to reach the national average
The Canarian Institute of Statistics (ISTAC) has published the data of the Registered Active Population Statistics (EPA) of the first quarter of 2024.
In total, the active population in the Canary Islands stands at 1,099,243 people, of which 933,982 are employed and 165,261 are unemployed.
The active population in the Canary Islands is in a favorable situation, with a increase in the employed population and a decrease in unemployment.
However, the unemployment rate remains higher than the national average., so it is necessary continue with employment policies to reduce it.
Below are some of the key EPA data highlights for the first quarter of 2024:
- By sex:
- Men: 561,397 active people (51.1%)
- Women: 537,846 active people (48.9%)
- By age:
- From 16 to 24 years: 72,093 active people (6.5%)
- From 25 to 34 years: 203,569 active people (18.6%)
- From 35 to 44 years: 259,191 active people (23.6%)
- From 45 to 54 years: 314,638 active people (28.7%)
- 55 years or older: 249,752 active people (22.7%)
In general, the EPA data for the first quarter of 2024 are positive and show a gradual recovery of the Canary Islands labor market.
This trend is expected to continue in the coming quarters, thanks to the improvement of economic activity and to the implementation of employment policies that is being carried out by the Government of the Canary Islands.
For more information, consult the ISTAC:
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