The number of unemployed persons in Philippines increased to 2498.31 Thousand in May of 2026 from 2414.15 Thousand in April of 2026. Unemployed Persons in Philippines averaged 2738.43 Thousand from 1986 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 7254.00 Thousand in June of 2020 and a record low of 1619.87 Thousand in June of 2024. source: Philippine Statistics Authority



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Employed Persons 49627.23 48889.46 Thousand May 2026
Employment Rate 95.20 95.30 percent May 2026
Labor Force Participation Rate 63.80 62.70 percent May 2026
Unemployed Persons 2498.31 2414.15 Thousand May 2026
Unemployment Rate 4.80 4.70 percent May 2026


Philippines Unemployed Persons
In Philippines, unemployed persons are individuals who are without a job and actively seeking to work.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
2498.31 2414.15 7254.00 1619.87 1986 - 2026 Thousand Monthly
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