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Estonia's

Economic indicators

100

World ranked

Estonia ranks 100 in the world by current economic output

$40.7bn

Nominal GDP (US$)

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

60

EMEA ranked

Estonia is ranked 60 in EMEA by economic output in the region

GDP growth (%)

GDP growth explained

The chart compares how GDP has grown for Estonia, 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.

4.2%

Current rate

▼ 4.9% 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.

Estonia's inflation rate

100 days

Maternity leave

Estonia offers 100-day maternity leave, 30-day paid paternity leave until child's third birthday, and 60-day parental leave with benefits based on prior income, managed by the Social Insurance Board.

182 days

Sick leave

Employees get up to 182 days of sick leave, unpaid on the first day, then paid by the employer and EHIF. For tuberculosis, it's 240 days. Day 2-5 pay is based on the last 6 months' average salary; from day 6, it's based on the previous year's social tax.

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.

Estonia's

Labor market

Estonia vs world population age distribution

1.3m

Population

Estonia has a population of about 1.3m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.

12 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.

32 hrs

Average working full time week

Standard work hours are 8 per day, 40 per week, Mon-Fri. Overtime is paid for extra hours. Full-time workers can do 8-12 overtime hours weekly, capping at 48-52 total hours.

6.3%

Current percentage

▲ 0.8% increase

Estonia has an unhealthy unemployment rate, suggesting there may be some economic or structural challenges . Between 2022 and 2023, there was a moderate increase in unemployment, suggesting a negative shift in economic stability with a slight dip in job availability

Unemployment rate

Estonia's

Top performing companies and industries

Top industries

  • information technology
  • electronics
  • telecommunications

Ratio of males to females (by age)

71 / 61

Male

[ "In Estonia there is a low gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating a relatively balanced workforce particpation often reflective of strong gender equality policies or cultural norms supportive of equal gender parity." ]

Estonia'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.