The number of unemployed persons in Jamaica increased to 51500 in the first quarter of 2026 from 48800 in the fourth quarter of 2025. Unemployed Persons in Jamaica averaged 130910.53 from 2011 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 215100.00 in the second quarter of 2013 and a record low of 48800.00 in the fourth quarter of 2025. source: Statistical Institute of Jamaica



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Employed Persons 1389400.00 1413200.00 Mar 2026
Employment Rate 64.50 65.60 percent Mar 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 66.80 67.80 percent Mar 2026
Population 2.94 2.93 Million Dec 2025
Unemployed Persons 51500.00 48800.00 Mar 2026
Unemployment Rate 3.60 3.30 percent Mar 2026
Youth Unemployment Rate 10.70 10.60 percent Mar 2026


Jamaica Unemployed Persons
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
51500.00 48800.00 215100.00 48800.00 2011 - 2026 Quarterly
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