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EU Workweek Declines: Greece Works Longest, Netherlands Shortest

5/15/2025

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In 2024, the average workweek for EU employees aged 20-64 dipped to 36.0 hours, a decline from 37.0 in 2014. Greece led with the longest hours at 39.8, while the Netherlands enjoyed the shortest at 32.1. Notably, agriculture workers toiled the most at 41.2 hours, while household tasks took the least time at 26.7 hours.

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In 2024, the average workweek for EU employees aged 20-64 dipped to 36.0 hours, a decline from 37.0 in 2014. Greece led with the longest hours at 39.8, while the Netherlands enjoyed the shortest at 32.1. Notably, agriculture workers toiled the most at 41.2 hours, while household tasks took the least time at 26.7 hours.