The number of unemployed persons in Switzerland increased to 139276 in July of 2026 from 137751 in June of 2026. Unemployed Persons in Switzerland averaged 63551.13 from 1950 until 2026, reaching an all time high of 206291.00 in February of 1997 and a record low of 26.00 in July of 1970. source: State Secretariat for Economic Affairs



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
Job Vacancies 45156.00 47244.00 Jul 2026
Unemployed Persons 139276.00 137751.00 Jul 2026
Unemployment Rate 3.00 2.90 percent Jul 2026
Youth Unemployment Rate 2.80 2.70 percent Jul 2026


Switzerland Unemployed Persons
In Switzerland, the definition for an unemployed person is: Persons (16-65 years) who were available for work (except for temporary illness) but did not work during the survey week, and who made specific efforts to find a job within the previous 4 weeks by going to an employment agency, by applying directly to an employer, by answering a job ad, or being on a union or professional register.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
139276.00 137751.00 206291.00 26.00 1950 - 2026 Monthly
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