Belgium Unemployment Rate
6.0%▼ −0.3 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in Belgium fell to 6.0% in Jul 2026 from 6.3% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0% | 6.3% | 10.1%Jan 1987 | 4.9%Apr 2020 | 1986 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 11.9M | 11.9M | 11.9M | 9.2M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 0.8% | 0.9% | 14.5% | -12.1% | Mar 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Belgium averaged 7.5% from 1986 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 10.1% in Jan 1987 and a record low of 4.9% in Apr 2020. The series is reported monthly with history from 1986.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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