Portugal Unemployment Rate
5.7%▲ +0 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in Portugal held at 5.7% in Jul 2026 from 5.7% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7% | 5.7% | 18.4%Feb 2013 | 4.8%Mar 1992 | 1983 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10.8M | 10.7M | 10.8M | 8.6M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 2.3% | 1.9% | 16.5% | -17.6% | Mar 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Portugal averaged 8.5% from 1983 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 18.4% in Feb 2013 and a record low of 4.8% in Mar 1992. 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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