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Ukraine Unemployment

Share of the labor force that is without work but available for and seeking employment.

Latest Value

9.8%

As of 2021

YoY Change

+3.8%

2020 → 2021

Record High

11.9%

Recorded in 1999

Record Low

1.9%

Recorded in 1991

10-Year Average

8.8%

2012–2021

Data Range

1991–2021

31 data points

Source

World Bank

Code: SL.UEM.TOTL.ZS

Historical Trend

19912021

Analysis

Ukraine's unemployment rate of 9.83% in 2021 indicates a significant portion of its labor force is without work. This rate is influenced by various factors including economic conditions, conflict, and international trade. The country's unemployment performance is crucial for its overall economic health and development.

Historical Data

ValueYoY ChangeChange %
20219.8%0.4%+3.8%
20209.5%1.3%+15.6%
20198.2%0.6%-6.9%
20188.8%0.7%-7.4%
20179.5%0.2%+1.6%
20169.3%0.2%+2.3%
20159.1%0.1%-1.4%
20149.3%2.1%+29.3%
20137.2%0.4%-4.8%
20127.5%0.3%-4.1%

Source: World Bank Open Data · 1991–2021