Country Comparison
El SalvadorvsUnited StatesUnemployment
Share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.
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El Salvador
United States
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El Salvador | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Latest Value | 3.3% | 4.2% |
| Latest Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| YoY Change | +1.3% | +4.4% |
| Record High | 9.9% (1993) | 9.6% (2010) |
Quick Verdict
El Salvador has a lower unemployment rate of 3.3%, indicating a more favorable labor market compared to the United States, which has an unemployment rate of 4.2%.