The number of unemployed persons in Belgium increased to 563910 in August of 2026 from 562580 in July of 2026. Unemployed Persons in Belgium averaged 523003.99 from 1980 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 636067.00 in August of 1984 and a record low of 322310.00 in June of 1980. source: National Bank of Belgium



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Employed Persons 4291.50 4289.20 Thousand Jun 2026
Employment Change 0.10 0.10 percent Jun 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 71.60 71.50 percent Jun 2026
Unemployed Persons 563910.00 562580.00 Aug 2026
Unemployment Rate 6.00 6.30 percent Jul 2026
Wage Growth 0.90 1.70 percent Mar 2026
Wages 4076.00 3886.00 EUR/Month Dec 2022
Wages in Manufacturing 112.90 138.30 points Mar 2026


Belgium Unemployed Persons
In Belgium, unemployed persons are individuals who are without a job and actively seeking to work.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
563910.00 562580.00 636067.00 322310.00 1980 - 2026 Monthly
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