Netherlands Unemployment Rate
4.0%▲ +0.2 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in Netherlands rose to 4.0% in Jul 2026 from 3.8% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0% | 3.8% | 9.5%Jan 1984 | 3.1%Nov 2001 | 1983 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18.1M | 18.0M | 18.1M | 11.5M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 1.3% | 1.6% | 12.2% | -8.8% | Mar 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Netherlands averaged 5.6% from 1983 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 9.5% in Jan 1984 and a record low of 3.1% in Nov 2001. The series is reported monthly with history from 1983.
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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