September 2025 Paid Employee Numbers Announced!

The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) has shared the statistics for paid employees for the period of September 2025 with the public. These data represent an important turning point in Turkey's labor market.

According to the latest published figures, the total number of paid employees as of September has shown a marked increase compared to the previous year. This increase suggests that economic momentum is sustained and that there is a tendency for employment to rise. However, the dynamics behind this situation and sector-based distributions are among the topics that need to be examined carefully.

The published statistics revealed that the number of paid employees in major cities such as Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir is above the general averages. These data indicate that economic activity in large cities is greater than in rural areas. In these days of economic uncertainties and fluctuations, this tendency towards large cities increases competition in the labor market.

Economists and business experts point out that both the demand for skilled and unskilled labor has increased when evaluating this rise. Skilled labor is primarily concentrated in the technology and service sectors, while unskilled labor is generally found in the agriculture and construction sectors.

Factors such as increases in the minimum wage and mandatory social security contributions play an important role in shaping these statistics. Employers' desire to hire more personnel also directly affects individuals' purchasing power changes. This situation could become a decisive factor in the future demand for labor and salary policies.

Particularly in recent years, fluctuations in the labor market have led firms to make changes in their employment strategies. Both personal development and vocational training opportunities enhance workers' competencies, providing them with a competitive advantage. This situation also increases individuals' likelihood of finding jobs.

In summary, the September 2025 data paints an optimistic picture of Turkey's labor market. However, the sustainability of this increase and whether we are taking the necessary steps to ensure lasting employment is critically important for the future labor needs.