In Paraguay, about 60.1% of people working outside agriculture were informally employed in 2025. At the same time, the average annual wage of around US$6,300 used in an international comparison is well below a reference level derived from research into income and well-being. The figures measure different things, but together they show why both income and access to formal employment matter when assessing Paraguay's labour market.
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Up to 800,000 jobs in Paraguay are exposed to artificial-intelligence automation, especially in call centers, telemarketing and customer service. The scale of possible effects by 2035 depends on the definitions and conditions of the estimate, while vocational training is presented as a response.
Financial expert proposes a four-pillar method for private retirement in Paraguay, with a 20% income investment even for those earning the minimum wage.