Red Deer - Participation Rate

The working population of Red Deer had a participation rate of 72.6% in 2016, declining -1.22% from 73.5% in 2011. The female segment had the largest increase over last five years, increasing 0.60% to 67.6%.

Definition: The participation rate measures the total labour force (comprised of those who are employed and unemployed, combined) relative to the size of the working-age population.