Croatian workers clock an average of 34.3 hours per week and accumulate 1,837 hours annually, placing the country alongside other hard-working nations such as Greece, Israel, and South Korea.
Topping the list are Mexico (42.7 hours), Costa Rica (41.3), and Chile (37.5), with Croatia joining them in challenging the stereotype of shorter European work weeks. Eurostat data further supports this, confirming that Croatia’s average workweek of 39.8 hours is significantly higher than the EU average.
The OECD’s methodology includes full-time, part-time, paid and unpaid overtime, and additional jobs, giving a comprehensive picture of actual work hours per individual. These findings highlight Croatia’s position as a nation where dedication to work plays a major role in its economic landscape.