The number of employed persons in Jamaica increased to 1418800 in the second quarter of 2026 from 1389400 in the first quarter of 2026. Employed Persons in Jamaica averaged 1178901.72 from 2011 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 1444500.00 in the second quarter of 2025 and a record low of 140900.00 in the third quarter of 2024. source: Statistical Institute of Jamaica



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Employed Persons 1418800.00 1389400.00 Jun 2026
Employment Rate 65.80 64.50 percent Jun 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 68.40 66.80 percent Jun 2026
Population 2.94 2.93 Million Dec 2025
Unemployed Persons 55000.00 51500.00 Jun 2026
Unemployment Rate 3.70 3.60 percent Jun 2026
Youth Unemployment Rate 11.70 10.70 percent Jun 2026


Jamaica Employed Persons
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
1418800.00 1389400.00 1444500.00 140900.00 2011 - 2026 Quarterly
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