South Korea Unemployment Rate
2.8%▲ +0.1 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in South Korea rose to 2.8% in Jul 2026 from 2.7% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8% | 2.7% | 8.2%Sep 1998 | 1.9%Feb 1996 | 1990 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 51.7M | 51.8M | 51.8M | 25.0M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 3.7% | 3.8% | 19.8% | -7.1% | Jun 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in South Korea averaged 3.4% from 1990 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 8.2% in Sep 1998 and a record low of 1.9% in Feb 1996. The series is reported monthly with history from 1990.
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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