The number of unemployed persons in Jamaica increased to 55000 in the second quarter of 2026 from 51500 in the first quarter of 2026. Unemployed Persons in Jamaica averaged 129601.72 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 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 Unemployed Persons
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
55000.00 51500.00 215100.00 48800.00 2011 - 2026 Quarterly
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