Unemployment in Italy
Italy's unemployment rate over the last decade reflected its economic challenges and sluggish growth. The rate was in double digits in the early part of the decade, with only gradual improvements due to structural issues and slow economic recover
In the year 2024, the unemployment in Italy was 6.55%, compared to 12.78% in 2014 and 7.68% in 2023. It averaged 9.96% over the last decade. For more unemployment information, visit our dedicated page.
Italy Unemployment Chart
Note: This chart displays Unemployment Rate for Italy from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
Italy Unemployment Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment (% of active population, aop) | 9.3 | 9.5 | 8.1 | 7.7 | 6.6 |
| Unemployment (% of active population, eop) | 9.7 | 8.8 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 6.4 |
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