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Colombia's

Economic indicators

41

World ranked

Colombia ranks 41 in the world by current economic output

$363.5bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.

4

LATAM ranked

Colombia is ranked 4 in LATAM by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Colombia, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.

6.4%

Current rate

▼ 5.3% reduction

Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.

Colombia's inflation rate

126 days

Maternity leave

Maternity Leave: 126 days at full pay, 7 pre-birth. No extension. Paternity: 14 days full pay. Colombia lacks specific parental leave laws.

540 days

Sick leave

Employees get up to 540 days of paid sick leave, with varying rates and payers. The employer initially covers the first 90 days, then Social Security refunds. After 180 days, Social Security pays directly. Work accidents yield full salary from the insurer.

Cost of living

Cost of living index explained

The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.

Colombia's

Labor market

Colombia vs world population age distribution

50.4m

Population

Colombia has a population of about 50.4m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

18 days

Minimum annual holidays

Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.

43 hrs

Average working full time week

Colombian employees earning under COP 13M/month receive mandatory overtime pay at increased rates after standard hours, with a daily cap of 2 extra hours. From 2023-2026, weekly work hours will decrease annually from 48 to 42, maintaining salaries.

9.6%

Current percentage

▼ 1% reduction

Colombia has a severly unhealthy unemployment rate, signalling there is significant economic problems. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a moderate decrease, suggesting a positive shift toward better economic stability and improvement in job availability

Unemployment rate

Colombia's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • oil
  • coal
  • chemicals

Ratio of males to females (by age)

76 / 51

Male

[ "In Colombia there is a large gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating significant structural or cultural barriers preventing more equal gender parity." ]

Colombia's

Religion and ethnicity

Religion

In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.

Ethnicity

In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.