Sweden Unemployment Rate
8.6%▼ −0.3 pt
Jul 2026 · Monthly
Unemployment Rate in Sweden fell to 8.6% in Jul 2026 from 8.9% in Jun 2026.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.6% | 8.9% | 10.5%Jun 1997 | 1.3%Jul 1989 | 1983 – 2026 | Monthly |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10.6M | 10.6M | 10.6M | 7.5M | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| GDP Growth Rate | 2.2% | 1.9% | 10.7% | -7.5% | Mar 2026 | Quarterly |
About this series
Unemployment Rate in Sweden averaged 7.4% from 1983 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 10.5% in Jun 1997 and a record low of 1.3% in Jul 1989. 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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